| Job Summary: | Position: Wellness Counselor Department/Division: Counseling Center/Division of Student Affairs Location: Langston Campus in Langston, OK Nature of Job: The ideal candidate will provide individual and group counseling to students with a wide variety of psychological, emotional and developmental concerns in accordance with American Counseling Association professional and ethical standards including providing crisis intervention services. In this role, the Wellness Counselor will report directly to the Dean of Students. Candidates must serve as a resource and consultant to the campus community, parents and others as appropriate, on issues relating to student mental health issues and problems affecting all students. The candidate must have experience with emergency psychological care and/or mental health and behavioral intervention strategies. Candidates must have the vision to plan and execute sustainable emotional and physical health awareness programs for the campus. Some weekend and evening time commitments will be required. The Counselor at Langston University should have a strong commitment to:
Developing, coordinating, and facilitating outreach services -- oral presentations, guest lectures, workshops, and special events;
Conducting initial assessments and actively engaging students, with varying developmental, emotional, and psychological problems, in the development of intervention goals and action plans;
Providing individual and group counseling services, as well as crisis management for students on a(n) drop-in, appointment, and/or referral basis;
Developing and demonstrating multicultural competency and sensitivity, while working with a culturally and socio-economically diverse student population;
Implementing effective and efficient organizational and record-keeping skills;
Consistently demonstrating professionalism while working cooperatively and collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external community partners;
Working collaboratively with University police officers to assess recurring behavioral issues;
Appropriately utilizing social media and technology to communicate with University constituents;
Attending departmental, divisional, and committee meetings; New-Student and Parent Orientation sessions, and other pertinent campus events;
Promoting visibility, availability, and accessibility of counseling services;
Advancing the mission and goals of the of the Counseling Center, the Division of Student Affairs, and Langston University, through innovation and strategic planning.
Operating with a student focused, results-oriented philosophy;
Complying with confidentiality requirements of FERPA; HIPAA; the American Counseling Association; professional licensing board; and state, federal, and local regulatory entities.
Personal qualities sought in a Counselor at Langston University include:
Appreciation for and support of the HBCU experience;
Positive rapport and relationship building skills;
High level of energy, self-motivation, and adaptability;
High level of personal and professional credibility and integrity;
Positive problem-solving and conflict management skills;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Willingness to take initiative;
Strong work ethic and commitment to accurate, timely, and thorough completion of duties and assignments.
Proficiency in standard computing software applications.
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| Position Qualifications: | MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s Degree in Counselor Education: Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related field is required. Licensure in Oklahoma (or eligibility for licensure within one year) and a minimum of 3-5 years of counseling experience in a college or university setting are preferred. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. To receive full consideration for this position, all candidates must provide the following documents: A letter of interest. A resume or curriculum vitae. Unofficial copy of graduate transcript. A complete and accurate Langston University application.
The successful candidate must provide documentation of identity and eligibility for employment, as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986. Langston University is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; and other Federal laws and regulations, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, or veteran status in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.
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| Langston University (LU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, LU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. |
