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Job Description
ATSU - Behavioral Health & Wellness Counselor Description A. T. Still University (ATSU) is seeking an exempt, full-time Behavioral Health & Wellness Counselor on the Kirksville, Missouri campus. This position reports to the Director of Behavioral Health & Wellness. The Behavioral Health & Wellness Counselor will provide individual therapy, crisis intervention, outreach, consultation, and prevention services in a health sciences university setting. The counselor makes meaningful contributions to student wellness by providing clinically sound, equitable, and compassionate mental health support. Duties & Responsibilities Conduct initial intakes, develop treatment recommendations, and provide individual therapy (in person and telehealth). As a team member for the Still-Well Student Wellness Program, develop and deliver outreach programming and workshops to promote student mental health and wellbeing. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record consistent with state laws, ethical standards, and department procedures. Follow HIPAA and FERPA guidelines. Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical and legal standards of state license(s). Direct students to substance abuse treatment, emergency services, or local professionals as needed. Coordinate referrals for students needing external services. Help off-campus/out-of-state students find providers at clinical training sites. Provide consultation to campus partners and community providers to coordinate student care as a member of the
ATSU CARE
teams. Attend staff meetings, consultation meetings, CE presentations, and required supervision. Engage in continuing education and professional development to maintain license and stay current in college mental health best practices. Serve as a master trainer for Mental Health First Aid and/or Question, Persuade, Refer and train student and staff at ATSU. Develop and deliver presentations for federal DAMPP (Drug/Alcohol prevention) and Title IX requirements for prevention interpersonal violence/harassment prevention. Promote services through seminars, publications, and event attendance to increase visibility. Partner with team members and other departments to plan and implement wellness goals. Requirements Education & Experience Master Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or equivalent. Independently licensed behavioral health provider in Missouri (required), Arizona and California license-eligible and willing to work towards licensure:
