University of Arizona

The University of Arizona's Campus Health Service, (CHS) Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS) department seeks a qualified candidate responsible for providing mental health triage, brief counseling, care coordination, referral, consultation, outreach, and emergency/crisis assessment services for UA undergraduate, graduate and professional students.. This position will work closely with the entire CAPS staff, as well as interfacing with the Campus Health Service (CHS) medical team, the Dean of Students Office, Residence Life, faculty, families, other campus departments and community entities.. Current Licensure in the State of Arizona as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).. Advanced training or supervision in trauma specific interventions, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, somatically based interventions, Multisystemic Therapy (MST), IFS, TF-CBT, etc.. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.

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Position Highlights The University of Arizona's Campus Health Service, (CHS) Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS) department seeks a qualified candidate responsible for providing mental health triage, brief counseling, care coordination, referral, consultation, outreach, and emergency/crisis assessment services for UA undergraduate, graduate and professional students. This position will work closely with the entire CAPS staff, as well as interfacing with the Campus Health Service (CHS) medical team, the Dean of Students Office, Residence Life, faculty, families, other campus departments and community entities. CHS was the first fully accredited college health service in the nation and in the Princeton Review, CHS has been ranked in the top 4% for Best Health Services for the past nine years. CHS is committed to positioning itself as an exceptional student health center by fostering an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse backgrounds of our employees and the community we serve. It is a diverse organization of over 150 employees who are committed to improving the health and safety of college students. UArizona CAPS is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Stiving to support the mental health and well-being of all students by creating an environment of trust, respect, and openness. We are dedicated to honoring individual differences and experiences. CAPS recognizes mental health is deeply impacted by experiences of marginalization and oppression and strive to work with our clients in a culturally informed and sensitive manner. At CAPS and Campus Health, we believe that cultural responsiveness requires continuous learning, both personally and as an organization, and we are committed to making CAPS a safe, affirming, and welcoming space for students, staff/faculty, and all visitors to the University of Arizona Campus. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here . Duties & Responsibilities <ul><li>Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary campus-based health and mental health team that provides direct clinical services for enrolled UA students (individuals, couples, groups). These include evaluation, risk assessment, counseling and crisis management.</li><li>Participate in campus community outreach, prevention, and psycho-educational activity, as well as occasional crisis/emergency response.</li><li>Provide consultation to families, faculty, staff, administrators, and CHS medical providers.</li><li>Participate in Counselor of the Day (COD) rotation, as assigned</li><li>Utilize relevant information technology.</li><li>Participate in relevant CHS and University wide committees, including the Survivor Support Services committee, and others, as assigned.</li><li>Contribute to Survivor Support Services counseling policies and procedures.</li><li>Work within the Survivor Support Services area on campus, providing trauma-informed care to survivors of interpersonal violence.</li><li>Work within a model of care which supports trauma stabilization.</li><li>Collaborate with campus partners regarding best support for student survivors. </li><li>Offers group counseling for student survivors.</li><li>Provide all services in a manner which is professional, culturally sensitive, and respectful of differences.</li><li>Engage with colleagues in a manner which is professional, culturally sensitive, and respectful of differences.</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding of the dynamics of privilege and oppression, and the impact these have on equity, access, and opportunity in higher education/the workplace.</li><li>Participate in yearly professional development related to topics of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.</li><li>Sensitivity and commitment to working with clients of other ethnically/racially diverse backgrounds, individuals representing varying gender identities and sexual orientations, international students, students with multiple intersecting identities, and working cross-culturally.</li><li>Sensitivity and commitment to racial trauma, racial battle fatigue, and commitment to anti-racism.</li><li>Commitment to work effectively with a diverse population presenting a broad range of needs.</li><li>Additional duties as assigned. </li></ul>Knowledge And Skills Required <ul><li>Excellent grasp of psychopathology and diagnostic systems.</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).</li><li>Familiarity/comfort with utilizing the internet, web-based software, social media and related service delivery/marketing approaches.</li><li>Enthusiastic and innovative approach to college mental health.</li><li>Ability to evaluate, assess, and plan for continued care of traumatized individuals. </li><li>Ability to evaluate and intervene with those experiencing acute post-traumatic stress reactions. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>Master’s degree in an applied mental health field (e.g., Social Work or Counseling) from an accredited institution.</li><li>Current Licensure in the State of Arizona as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Prior clinical experience in a multidisciplinary clinic setting.</li><li>Prior experience in college mental health, including crisis assessment and management, mental health triage, brief psychotherapy and referrals, as indicated.</li><li>Clinical interest/experience in working with clients with high-risk mental health issues.</li><li>Experience with utilizing an electronic health record.</li><li>Advanced training or supervision in trauma specific interventions, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, somatically based interventions, Multisystemic Therapy (MST), IFS, TF-CBT, etc.</li><li>Experience working with survivors of interpersonal violence, sexual assault, or other acute trauma experiences. </li></ul>FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.00 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Health Care and Wellness Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $59,404.00 - $74,254.00 Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade 8 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator . Grade Range Minimum $59404 Grade Range Midpoint $74254 Grade Range Maximum $89105 Career Stream and Level PC3 Job Family Behavioral Health Job Function Health Care & Wellness Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Annette Corrales annettec@arizona.edu Open Date 5/2/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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