Licensed Counselor

HS Student Counseling Services provides counseling services to promote mental health, assist individuals dealing with addictions and substance abuse, family, parenting, marital problems, suicide, stress management, self-esteem, aging, mental and emotional health.

Duties:

• The position provides direct clinical services and patient care in accordance with skills, training and ability.
• The Licensed Counselor collects information from individuals through interviews, observation, and tests.
• The person in this role develops, promotes, and presents preventative psychoeducational outreach programs, which may include workshops, flyers, brochures, literature, etc. for students on a variety of wellness topics, such as test-taking and study skills, stress management, and effective communication.
• Counsels family members or caregivers on the recommended treatment plan and how to deal with the patient's situation.
• Other responsibilities may include preparing professional quality reports stating findings, recommendations, etc., conducting research for the improvement of outreach programming and counseling services, consulting with mental health staff, student affairs organizations, and campus departments to address student mental health needs.
• Confidentiality. Maintains patient record confidentiality.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.