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Licensed Mental Health Clinician
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$35,012 / year median in Massachusetts
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Why join Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) Harvard University Health Services (HUHS), part of University Central Administration (CADM), is the on-site multi-specialty medical practice and health administration for the Harvard community. It provides care to students, faculty, staff, eligible post-docs, retirees, and their dependents. HUHS also manages two university-owned health plans, HUGHP and SHIP, and collaborates with other departments to address public health needs. Job Description Harvard University has the largest intercollegiate athletic department in the country with 42 varsity sports and approximately 1,200 varsity student-athletes. Harvard has long valued the lessons taught by athletic participation: the pursuit of excellence through personal development and teamwork, ethical and responsible behavior on and off the field, adherence to the spirit of rules as well as to their letter, leadership and strength of character, acceptance of victory with humility and acknowledgement of defeat with grace. In addition, Harvard Athletics believes in building community through the engagement of students, faculty, staff, and alumni and creates an environment in which neighboring communities can enjoy the Harvard experience. The Licensed Mental Health Clinician, LMHC, for Harvard University Health Services is a member of the Counseling and Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team at HUHS and will work collaboratively with the Sports Medicine program within the Department of Athletics to provide mental health services to student-athletes. This position is responsible for developing an Integrated Mental Health Program for Student-Athletes, and Sports Medicine. Within CAMHS, provides assessment and clinical care, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation to student-athletes within an integrated model for providing physical and mental health services. This is a full-time, seasonal position: 40 hours per week (Monday
- Friday) from August 1
- May 31 with a seasonal leave from June 1
- July 31.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications:
Master's degree or equivalent work experience required. Minimum of 5 years' relevant work experience. Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) with current Massachusetts License.Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Demonstrated work experience in the following areas: student-athlete mental health issues, consultation to athletic trainers, and student-athletes, assessment/treatment of a diverse population, substance addiction, eating disorders, multicultural adjustment issues and performance issues. Experience with emergency care and crisis management.Additional Certificates and Licenses:
Must be certified in first aid, CPR and AED.Additional Information Standard Hours/Schedule:
This is a full-time, 40 hours a week (Monday-Friday) seasonal position from August 1- May 31, with a seasonal leave from June 1
- July 31.