Counselor

Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.
Our mission as Christian educators is to help our students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant leaders.
Job Title: Counselor
Department: Counseling
Reports To: Director of Wellness
Location: On-site
FLSA Status: Exempt
Annual duration: 9 or 12 month position
Expected hours per week: Full-time, including some nights and weekend work
Part-time hours, if applicable: N/A
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Summary Description: The counselor is a full-time, 9- or 12-months position responsible for assisting students in defining and accomplishing their God given personal and academic goals. There may be times when expected overtime might occur with having to work afterhours with a student in crisis; consultation with faculty and staff; along with assisting in educational and prevention programs.
Essential Functions

• As an intentionally Christian academic community hiring Christian educators, all employees will be expected to advance the mission, vision, and identity of Carson-Newman University as defined in university policy and expressed in our strategic plan and are expected to work as cooperative and collegial members of the University.
• The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees both on and off campus.
• Regular attendance during scheduled work hours reflects a commitment to our shared mission and the campus community.
• If applicable, all work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract.
• As Christian educators, all employees of the University should regularly attend and actively participate in a local church.
• Provide individual, couple and group counseling to students, mental health assessments and treatment planning, crisis intervention and management, and outreach efforts.
• Provide services to faculty and staff to address developmental needs and concerns of students in training type setting.
• Provide educational training and prevention programs that focus on the developmental needs and emotional wellbeing of students to promote personal adjustment and growth.
• Coordinate with other campus offices to provide student support; participate on committees and task force as needed.
• Participate in admissions and orientation activities as needed.
• Maintain appropriate, accurate, and complete information in student records and assist counseling services staff as needed.
• Assist with and plan outreach events as needed across campus.
  

This description is designed to describe the general nature of the job and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned and included in assessments and reviews.
Education: The minimum qualification for Counseling Services professional personnel
should be a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant
discipline such as counseling psychology, clinical psychology, mental health counseling,
clinical social work, and counseling services.
Experience: Counseling Services professional personnel should have completed a supervised practicum/internship at the graduate level, preferably in the counseling of students within a higher education setting.
Required Skills: Counseling Services professional personnel serving in a clinical role should hold or be eligible for state licensure in their chosen discipline. The Counseling Services professional personnel should have the ability to interact effectively with administrators, faculty and staff members, students, colleagues, and community members. Must work well with an Electronic Medical Record System. Professional must be comfortable with public speaking and presentations as well as helping with outreach events. The Counseling Services professional personnel must perform their duties within the limits of their training, expertise and competence. When these limits are exceeded, individuals in need of further assistance must be referred to persons possessing appropriate qualifications. Counseling Services professional personnel will maintain in good standing with their state licensing boards and complete their regular professional development requirements.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate campus facilities.
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