Job Abstract

Shenandoah University’s Department of Student Affairs is accepting applications for a Mental Health Counselor. This is a full-time benefited position located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia.

To provide counseling services to students in a manner that demonstrates commitment to the University mission and its diverse student population. Through a comprehensive, student centered counselingbapproach, provide development and educational assistance to students; to develop and present structured groups for positive growth; to develop, monitor and provide in-service training in counseling support programs; and to do related work as required. Ability to utilize a wide range of assessment instruments for personal, career and educational issues. This position will be required to provide services to students at the Inova Center for Personalized Health (ICPH) Fairfax, VA Campus and Scholar Plaza, Leesburg, VA Campus (some travel may be required).

Essential Functions:

• The clinician will be responsible for: conducting intake interviews, treating emotional discomfort, developing educational skills, academic advising, assisting students with college major and career choice, coping with problems of anxiety, assisting in obtaining treatment for seriously disturbed students, providing crises intervention and group counseling services for a similar variety of student concerns through individual and/or group interventions.
• Additionally, the clinician will be responsible for designing and implementing effective outreach programs to help students meet some of their developmental, emotional, and educational needs. Related issues include the need to control anxiety, to learn to communicate effectively, to plan for the future, to study effectively, to become appropriately assertive, to cope with mood changes, and to address COVID- 19 concerns.
• Provide services to students across all SU affiliated campuses across multiple platforms to include: SU main campus, HPB, and Shenandoah Loudoun (some travel may be required).
• Serves on divisional, institutional and community-wide committees such as Orientation, Assessment Task Force, and Care Team as needed.
• Consults with faculty, staff, and other personnel about the development, career and mental health needs of students and work cooperatively with them for the benefit of students and the institution.
• Actively engage in student affairs and college health professional activities and organizations such as NASPA and ACHA, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Counseling, Executive Director of Wellness, or Dean of Students.

Education:

• Required Level: Master's Degree in a counseling-related field from an accredited institution of higher education required.
  Field of Study: counseling psychology, clinical psychology, professional counseling, social work
• Preferred Level: PhD
  Field of Study: Earned a doctorate degree in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, professional counseling.

Specialized Qualifications:

• A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of counseling as applied to college student problems and developmental needs and the ability to apply such principles, practices and techniques is required. 
• A thorough knowledge of individual emotional and behavior patterns as well as social and economic factors that contribute to college student concerns is required.
• Ability to participate in a learning environment that focuses on a collaborative, creative team approach to the delivery of department services.
• Willingness to work independently and interdependently with Enrollment Management and Student Success staff, and to work collaboratively with university faculty, staff, and alumni.

Work Experience:

• Required Minimum years or range: Able to obtain licensure as a professional counselor in the state of Virginia within three months of hire date.
  Specific Type of Work: Experience working with college counseling and residential population.
• Preferred Minimum years or range: at least three years of licensed counseling experience. Specific Type of Work: Experience working with college counseling and residential population.

How to Apply:

The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing ways in which they may be able to contribute to that commitment.

**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire. 

Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.