Mental Health Counselor

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR

DEPT:

COUNSELING CENTER

REG  TEMP 

FULL TIME

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PART TIME

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STARTING

RATE or

SALARY RANGE

$27,000 - $35,000 Employees being promoted to a higher classified position receive the minimum for the position or a pay rate adjustment of 8% whichever is greater. All regular positions also entitle the employee to several benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement which is largely paid by New Mexico Tech for the employee and dependents.

INTERNAL POSTING THROUGH

Concurrent•

CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN FIRST TO TEMPORARY AND REGULAR TECH EMPLOYEES WHO APPLY WITHIN THE 7 DAY INTERNAL POSTING. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE 7 DAY POSTING MARGIN WILL BE CONSIDERED WITH OTHER OUTSIDE APPLICANTS.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Director of the Counseling Center, the Mental Health Counselor will provide individual, couples and group counseling services and other wellness-related programming to the students at NMT.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Administrative Creates and maintains a professional, welcoming environment for individuals visiting the Counseling Center for services and information. Represents the Counseling Center and advocates for mental health and wellness on University related committees, as assigned. Compiles statistics for annual reports and other reporting requirements. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts and colleagues and attending professional development seminars, training and/or Continuing Education Courses (CEUs) as required by state licensing and regulatory boards. Actively cultivates and maintains collaborative working relationships with campus entities and departments, external providers or mental health services for the purpose of referral and coordination of continuum of care for students. Clinical Services Provides in-person and telehealth services, including individual and couple's counseling and other direct clinical interventions to a diverse student population across a broad range of presenting issues. Facilitates mental health and wellness-related groups and workshops Completes clinical documents in accordance with HIPAA standards.