University of North Texas System
Counselor - STEM
University of North Texas System, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Title:
Counselor - STEM
Employee Classification:
Counselor
Campus:
University of North Texas - Dallas
Division:
DAL-Student Aff & Enrollment Mgmt
SubDivision-Department:
DAL-Dean of Students
Department:
DAL-Dean of Students-520000
Job Location:
Dallas
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
FTE:
1.000000
About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team committed to excellence, curiosity, and innovation, transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where we care about each other and those we serve. We foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all.
Department Summary
The UNT Dallas Counseling & Wellness Center offers services to all enrolled students, including short-term individual counseling, group counseling, wellness programming, crisis intervention, and case management services.
Position Overview
The counselor's primary responsibility is to provide psychological counseling to all students at UNT Dallas, focusing on STEM students. Services include psychological assessment, crisis intervention, short-term individual and group psychotherapy, and referrals to community providers.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Clinical or Educational Psychology, or related field. Must be licensed by the State of Texas or have the ability to obtain appropriate licensure within twenty-four months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of professional counseling practices, policies, and procedures.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a university setting.
Experience with assessing and treating dual diagnosis clients.
Experience providing crisis intervention, treatment for alcohol/drug use, and eating disorders.
Excellent assessment skills and an ability to relate to a diverse student population.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties:
Conduct crisis intervention and assessment for students seeking counseling services. (Essential)
Deliver short-term individual and group psychotherapy. (Essential)
Provide psycho-educational workshops and outreach programming regarding student development and psychological health. (Essential)
Manage referrals for mental health treatment as appropriate. (Essential)
Maintain thorough and up-to-date documentation of all clinical services. (Essential)
Provide ongoing consultation to staff, faculty, and student leaders as directed by the Assistant Director of Counseling Services. (Essential)
Other duties as assigned. (Essential)
Work Schedule:
Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., occasional evening and Saturday.
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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Counselor - STEM
Employee Classification:
Counselor
Campus:
University of North Texas - Dallas
Division:
DAL-Student Aff & Enrollment Mgmt
SubDivision-Department:
DAL-Dean of Students
Department:
DAL-Dean of Students-520000
Job Location:
Dallas
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
FTE:
1.000000
About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team committed to excellence, curiosity, and innovation, transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where we care about each other and those we serve. We foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all.
Department Summary
The UNT Dallas Counseling & Wellness Center offers services to all enrolled students, including short-term individual counseling, group counseling, wellness programming, crisis intervention, and case management services.
Position Overview
The counselor's primary responsibility is to provide psychological counseling to all students at UNT Dallas, focusing on STEM students. Services include psychological assessment, crisis intervention, short-term individual and group psychotherapy, and referrals to community providers.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Clinical or Educational Psychology, or related field. Must be licensed by the State of Texas or have the ability to obtain appropriate licensure within twenty-four months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of professional counseling practices, policies, and procedures.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a university setting.
Experience with assessing and treating dual diagnosis clients.
Experience providing crisis intervention, treatment for alcohol/drug use, and eating disorders.
Excellent assessment skills and an ability to relate to a diverse student population.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties:
Conduct crisis intervention and assessment for students seeking counseling services. (Essential)
Deliver short-term individual and group psychotherapy. (Essential)
Provide psycho-educational workshops and outreach programming regarding student development and psychological health. (Essential)
Manage referrals for mental health treatment as appropriate. (Essential)
Maintain thorough and up-to-date documentation of all clinical services. (Essential)
Provide ongoing consultation to staff, faculty, and student leaders as directed by the Assistant Director of Counseling Services. (Essential)
Other duties as assigned. (Essential)
Work Schedule:
Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., occasional evening and Saturday.
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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