Position Title: Staff Counselor/Therapist

Position Type: Part Time

Hourly Rate: $50.00

Department: Counseling and Psychological Services

Reports To: The Director of Counseling

Position Summary:

Manhattan University Counseling Center is accredited by the International Association of Counseling, Inc., (IACS), which evaluates counseling centers against a set of standards that include regulations about confidentiality, professional training and credentials of clinicians, outreach efforts, and responsiveness to student mental health needs.

The Counseling Center services are provided at no charge to help our students reach their educational goals and work through any personal issues that are causing anxiety or distress. Manhattan University is seeking a Part-time Staff Counselor to join our collaborative team. This is an in person on campus- non remote position.

Schedule: 4 days a week, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM during academic year.

Responsibilities:

• Individual and group psychotherapy, conducting assessments, crisis intervention.
• Provide individual and group counseling.
• Facilitate, participate in psycho-educational outreach programs.
• Work collaboratively with the team.
• Conduct intakes, and provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment for student psychological concerns.
• Provide crisis intervention, including suicide risk evaluations.
• Develop and keep accurate psychological client records.
• Basic knowledge of computers and ability to work with office technology
• Other assignments as designated by the Director of Counseling.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling or Social Work. NYS Licensure is preferred. Will consider Limited Permit.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V