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Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 23244
For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Betsy Asserson
basserson@montana.edu
406-994-4531
Classification Title Psychology Spec
Working Title Senior Staff Counselor
Brief Position Overview

The counselor provides multiculturally-attuned clinical services to the MSU student population as well as consultation and outreach services to the campus community.
Position Number Multiple
Department UHP Counseling & Psych Services
Division Division of Student Success
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
If other, specify From date
If other, specify End date
FLSA Exempt
Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type Classified Salary
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Montana State University Counseling and Psychological Services is seeking to fill senior staff counselor position(s) for the 2023-24 year. The positions are full-time for 10 months (August - May) with the possibility of .5FTE for June and July. We are seeking generalists to provide multiculturally attuned services to students, faculty, and staff of the university. Candidates who are seeking supervision for licensure are welcome to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities

Provision of multi-culturally sensitive psychotherapy
Provision of intakes, individual, and group counseling
Crisis intervention
Outreach and consultation to the campus community
Development of a specific area of specialized clinical interest relevant to a college counseling setting
Participation in agency meetings and projects

Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills * Master's degree in mental health counseling, clinical or counseling psychology, or social work

Eligible for PCLC or Licensed Clinical Social Worker candidate license in MT (post-degree supervision will be provided by licensed CPS staff members) and independently licensed by the 2024-25 academic year.
Demonstrated clinical experience working with adults including crisis assessment and intervention.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and support for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills * Licensed as a LCSW in the State of Montana

Experience working in a university counseling center and/or demonstrated potential for the variety of tasks required.
Experience providing and outreach and consultation services on a university campus
Experience working on an integrated, multidisciplinary team.
Clinical experience with risk assessment, crisis intervention, and safety planning.

The Successful Candidate Will

Have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills; have the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Possess the ability to be flexible and respond quickly to urgent needs that arise from the campus community.
Demonstrate the capacity to work autonomously and also engage in collaborative team efforts.
Have the ability to complete documentation in a timely manner in accordance with agency policies and ethical standards.
Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
Have the ability to use computer programs (including an electronic health record) to complete job duties and assist in agency functioning.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

CPS values a team approach to our work and welcomes candidates who are eager to work in a supportive environment, to engage with their colleagues, and are passionate about working in college mental health. Position may require occasional work on the evening and weekends depending on the needs of the position. CPS staff value diversity and maintain a culturally humble stance. We continually endeavor to advance our multicultural awareness, knowledge, and skills to provide culturally attuned services to all clients and recognize each of their unique intersecting identities. As such, all staff are required to complete Safe Zone training as well as attend staff trainings where multicultural professional development is a focus.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies Multiple
Desired Start Date Upon successful completion of a search.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on February 8, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

REQUIRED: Cover letter, CV, and list of three professional references including at least one who can speak to the candidate's clinical skills
Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

MSU's Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website:

Applicant Documents

Required Documents * Cover Letter