Housing Counselor
Company: UNT System
Location: Denton
Posted on: May 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Details
Position Information
UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . UNT System
includes the University of North Texas in Denton , the University
of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health
Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system
based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are
committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity
through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a
record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly
12,000 degrees each year.
Posting Title
Housing Counselor
Department
UNT-Counseling & Testing-160730
Job Location
Denton
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit
https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information
Department Summary
Counseling & Testing Services consists of two inter-related parts:
The Counseling Center and Testing Services. We exist to serve the
students and community of UNT in support of the mission of the
University. Through our Counseling Center services, we strive to
support the academic success and general well-being of UNT students
through professional counseling, career counseling, consultation,
mental-health screenings, educational programs, and self-help
resources as well as referral services.
We offer to consult with Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff who
may be concerned about a UNT student (while still respecting the
confidentiality of our clients). With client permission, we often
work closely with Physicians and psychiatrists, the Career Center,
Office of Disability Access, and many other helpful resources to
provide the best overall care. Our Testing Services provides a wide
range of services including traditional admissions testing,
computer-based testing, career testing, and many other tests.
Position Overview
Provides individual, group, and crisis counseling as assigned.
Clinical supervision as assigned. If licensed for independent
practice, then clinical and administrative supervision is received
as indicated. Provides supervision as assigned.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
---Master's degree in mental health related field (counseling,
social work, psychology)
---Licensed to provide counseling as a Licensed Professional
Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate, Licensed
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist-Associate, Licensed Master Social Worker, or equivalent
recognized by the State of Texas.
---If licensed in another state recognized by the State of Texas,
you must obtain full Texas licensure within 24 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
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional
qualifications:
* Experience working with college populations preferred. * Strong
presentation skills.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions
are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable
federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative
action. The University of North Texas System and its component
institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion,
national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran
status in its application and admission processes, educational
programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title
Counselor
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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Intake/ ICON as evidenced by 1 audit per semester
a. Conducts a minimum of 1 ICON per week
b. Client's concerns and goals for seeking services are clearly
statedincluding risk, if present
c. Plan (next appointment date/time) clearly indicated on Initial
Data Form
d. Utilizes CCAPS data in decision making
e. ICON data form completed and signed by the end of next business
day
f. Success Plan completed
g. Determines appropriate levels of care; makes appropriate
referrals as indicated
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Individual Counseling as evidenced by 1 audit per semester
a. Schedules a minimum of 20 per week
b. Clinical interventions documented
c. Documentation of risk assessment, if indicated
d. Success plans updated as clinically indicated
e. CCAPS assessed every session
f. Evidenced based interventions utilized
g. Continue to assess appropriate level of care
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Group Counseling/Workshops as assigned
a. Markets groups or workshops
b. Conducts groups as assigned
c. Evaluates effectiveness/satisfaction
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Crisis Counseling
a. Available for crisis counseling in office as needed
b. Available for additional crisis times as needed
c. Documentation of crisis data form completed by end of the
day
d. Completion of safety plan as needed
e. Utilizes supervision and consultation as appropriate
f. Keeps administrator and front desk informed of
hospitalizations
g. Releases signed for external referrals and placed in file
h. Coordinate additional follow up and transport as needed
i. Obtains coverage during planned absences
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Teamwork
a. Available for after hour and weekend special assignments as
needed
b. Volunteers for special projects
c. Volunteers to support/cover colleagues (i.e. crisis etc.)
d. Collaborates and fosters positive internal and external
relationships
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Professional Development/Ethical/Legal Standards
a. Maintains CEU requirements and department CE file as required by
state licensure board
b. Maintains active license or working towards completion within 2
years
c. Active in professional organizations (membership, presentations,
publications)
d. Aware of and maintains ethical standards of profession
e. Seeks consultation when faced with ethical dilemmas
o
Multicultural Humility
a. Participates in a minimum of two department and/or
university-wide multicultural trainings
b. Participates in a minimum of two external multicultural
trainings
c. Clinical documentation reflects multicultural sensitivity and
awareness
d. Aware of multicultural dynamics in the workplace
e. Completes DSA Diversity Plan
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Professionalism
a. Promptness for all meetings and scheduled work hours
b. Keeps supervisor informed of absences, lateness, or schedule
conflicts
d. Maintains Titanium Schedule to reflect work schedule
accurately
e. Participates in department committees as assigned
f.Maintains positive work relationships
g. Responds to emails by the end of the next business day
h. Submits timesheets weekly
i. Reliable attendance
j. Maintains professionalism when responding to emails and/or
feedback
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Supervision
a. Provides supervision and training as assigned
b. Available for unofficial training and consultation
c. Participates in training activities as assigned
d. Documents supervision activities
e. Receptive to supervision and participates actively in personal
supervision
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Case Management
a. Makes appropriate referrals as indicated
b. Aware of off campus and on campus resources
c. Complete case management referral notes as indicated
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Outreach
a. Outreach as assigned
b. Markets outreach
c. Evaluates outreach programs as indicated
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Coordinator or Liason/Special Duties:
1. Maintain liaison role with Housing/Residence Life. This may be
evidenced by but not limited to:
a. Create and execute training modules/sessions for housing
staff
b. Available for consultation and support of RA's and other
housing
staff
c. Assist with other housing duties as needed/requested
2. Meet a minimum of twice a semester with liaison contact to
determine needs and support. This may vary depending on needs,
time, and other duties.
3. Provide at least monthly outreach support for Housing/Residence
Life.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S6187P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/71246
Supplemental Questions
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