Counselor I or II, NEOMED Clinical Services

Northeast Ohio Medical University

Northeast Ohio Medical University

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Posted on Tuesday, May 2, 2023

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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Counselor I or II, NEOMED Clinical Services
Staff/Faculty
Position Type Admin/Professional
Full or Part Time Full Time
Position Summary Information
Summary
Health and Wellness within NEOMED Clinical Services is responsible for enhancing the health and well-being of the NEOMED student community by promoting healthy and sustainable behavioral change and supporting good health practices through education, prevention, collaboration and peer support. The Counselor will provide licensed clinical counseling services to NEOMED students.

NEOMED is hiring one counselor that best meets the needs of NEOMED Clinical Services at level I or II, to be determined by the experience level of the top candidate.

Northeast Ohio Medical University is an AA/EEO Employer. The university has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion and to maintaining working and learning environments that are free from all forms of discrimination. Women, individuals with disabilities, veterans and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Counselor I
Pay Grade: 8
Starting Salary Range: $46,300 – $54,788

Counselor II
Pay Grade: 9
Starting Salary Range: $52,087 – $61,637

Location: Rootstown, OH

Benefits Offerings Include:
- Training Offerings, including LSS Green & Yellow Belt and other professional development
- Competitive Health, Vision, Dental
- Flexible Spending Account
- State Retirement with 14% matching
- Excellent Vacation and Sick Time
- 11 Paid Holiday Days
- Wellness Offerings
- Short and Long Term Disability Coverage
- Long Term Care Coverage Offerings
- Life Insurance
For additional details visit: https://www.neomed.edu/hr/benefits/
Principal Functional Responsibilities
1) Provide time-limited clinical counseling including in-person and tele-counseling services for NEOMED students in groups or as individuals. Offer crisis management services. Identify students with pre-existing and persistent mental illness and refer them to appropriate mental health/medical treatment. Properly document all services and interactions.
2) Coordinate care of clients with their other mental health care professionals.
3) Organize and participate in group activities designed to increase resilience and adaptability of students.
4) Participate in clinical team events and meetings.
5) If Counsellor II, provides clinical consultation and advice to more junior counselors as needed.
6) Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Degrees:
  • Master’s degree in counseling or related field. Licensed in Ohio as a Psychologist, Social Worker or Professional Clinical Counselor.
Experience:
  • Counselor I: Minimum of three to five years of experience required in counseling or healthcare-related field; working knowledge of guidelines of the ADA of 1990 and amended, FERPA, HIPAA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 required; experience in a college or university setting preferred.
  • Counselor II: Ten years’ or more experience required in counseling or healthcare-related field; working knowledge of guidelines of the ADA of 1990 and amended, FERPA, HIPAA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 required; experience in a college or university setting preferred.
Key Skills, Personal Characteristics, and Key Competencies
  • Excellent counseling skills.
  • Superior oral and written communication skills, specifically with presentations in group settings as well as individual interaction.
  • Excellent judgment and tact in dealing with constituencies both internal and external to the school.
  • Remains knowledgeable about current trends in counseling, psychotherapy, and student development by participating in professional development and obtaining Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as required by the state licensing and regulatory boards.
  • Maintains the quality of counseling services through on-going evaluation of all services.
  • Excellent organizational skills and strategic planning abilities to plan comprehensive programs and services.
  • Ability to work independently and with multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Internet, MS Office products, and computerized presentations.

Core Competencies
  • Leadership: NEOMED creates positive change by educating and training Ohio’s next generation of health professionals, educators and researchers through experiential learning, high-impact research, strategic partnerships and innovation. By designing an environment where ideas and connections can flourish, NEOMED is transforming health care.
  • Exceptional Experience: By creating a welcoming, supportive and well-resourced environment, NEOMED sets the stage for meaningful interactions among its students, faculty, staff, alumni, partners and community members. The University empowers every individual to participate fully in the campus experience and the community that NEOMED serves.
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: NEOMED recognizes, appreciates and celebrates all of the ways-from backgrounds to viewpoints-that people are different. The University’s culture is grounded in respect and thrives on the uniqueness of each individual. NEOMED encourages everyone’s participation by fostering policies and practices that ensure fair and just access, treatment and opportunities for all.
  • People: Talent is NEOMED’s most valuable asset. The University invests in developing its faculty and staff to realize their fullest potential. As it works to attract and retain a diverse workforce and student body, NEOMED embraces opportunity and growth across all levels of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and screen and other office equipment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; or hear and occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or kneel. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Posting Detail Information
NEOMED EEO Statement
NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.

For concerns regarding discrimination, please contact:
Molly O’Malley
Associate Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion & Title IX Coordinator
Northeast Ohio Medical University, G-212B
4209 St. Rt. 44, PO Box 95, Rootstown, OH 44272
Email: momalley@neomed.edu

NEOMED requests that you provide the voluntary information requested below. It will be kept separate from your application, in a confidential and limited access file, to be used for statistical compilation and analysis for Human Resources record keeping and reporting purposes. Your response will not be used in any way to determine your eligibility for employment. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Notification of Annual Security Report.
The Northeast Ohio Medical University is committed to assisting all members of the NEOMED community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual security report is available on the NEOMED website at https://www.neomed.edu/police/clery-act/annual-report/.
The annual security report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, authority of university police and security officers, crime reporting policies, and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus.

Additionally, the report contains information about crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by NEOMED; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

If you would like a paper copy of this report, please email police@neomed.edu or call the Department of Public Safety at 330.325.5911 to request a copy.

This information is required by law and is provided by the Northeast Ohio Medical University Department of Public Safety.
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