Licensed Professional Counselor(s) (LPC)

FA343

Exempt

Full Time

No

A sensitive position requires a fingerprint-based criminal history check. This is NOT a sensitive position.

No

This position is NOT designated as a Campus Security Authority. A Campus Security Authority (or CSA) is defined as an “official of the institution with significant responsibility for student and campus activities.” A CSA is required to immediately report any crime that is reported to them to the University Police who will then review, evaluate, and investigate the reported crime. Annual training is required by the Department of Education for all personnel who have been designated as a Campus Security Authority.

Yes

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

No

This position does NOT require a Statement of Personal Economic Interest.

No

A restricted position would be subject to availability of funding. This is NOT a restricted position.

The Department of Counseling Services is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor(s) (LPC) to assist students in defining and accomplishing personal and academic goals. To provide counseling, including on-call crisis intervention, to assist students in overcoming specific personal, educational or behavioral problems that interfere with healthy living and success at the university. To support the development of students by helping all students enhance their growth potential and thereby benefit from their academic and social environment.

1. To provide individual and group counseling, consultation, and outreach focused on developmental needs and issues of students.
2. Provide on-call crisis counseling and intervention support to students in need.
3. Provide psycho-education about anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation, relationships, eating concerns, substance abuse, sexual assault and other topics of concern to the welfare of students.
4. Support student adjustment and student learning in the residence hall through appropriate outreach and educational programs and services.
5. Support the training of the campus community related to suicide awareness and appropriate referral, listening skills, conflict management, crisis intervention and other topics as needed.
6. Provide consulting services as needed concerning student issues related to counseling, development and behavior management in the residential community.
7. Develops and maintains very positive and professional customer service and relations with all constituencies to include students, faculty, staff, administrators, other employees, other agency personnel and community members. Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude and treats everyone with dignity and respect. Fully supports the “Student’s First” value at CNU and routinely goes the extra mile in providing service. Completes all work in a timely, efficient and accurate manner.
8. Follow workplace safety regulations and adhere to applicable standards, processes, and programs established for your position.

• Report unsafe work conditions to your supervisor.
• Immediately report work-related incidents to your supervisor and participate in accident investigation requests.

9. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director to support office functions and services.

Education beyond the master’s.

Starting at $58,500, Commensurate with Education and Experience

Christopher Newport University is anchored in excellence, and that is reflected in our ranking as the #1 regional public university in Virginia and #3 among regional public universities in the South. We are an inclusive and kind community, founded on our shared values of honor, scholarship, service and leadership. We offer an outstanding liberal arts education provided by dedicated, gifted teacher-scholars who are supported by a compassionate team of faculty and staff. Our 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students pursue more than 90 areas of study, as they live and learn on a largely residential campus. CNU’s on-campus performing and visual arts centers offer Broadway shows, world-class performances, engaging exhibitions, transformative lectures and classes, and more. Our athletics program is the winningest at any level in Virginia.

Christopher Newport University is in the heart of Newport News, a vibrant city with breathtaking scenery and unique experiences. The city and region offer affordable neighborhoods, local and name-brand shops, diverse dining options, local parks and water access, and fun recreational opportunities. Whatever your interests and goals, you belong at CNU! For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit cnu.edu.

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