Lead Mental Health Counselor - Athletics Department

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Lead Mental Health Counselor - Athletics Department

Athletics Administration-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh-(24000757)

Advises senior administrators on current issues related to the mental health and well-being of student-athletes. Participates with department committees. Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services addressing a range of mental healthconcerns for a diverse population of student athletes utilizing specialized techniques to fosterdevelopment, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitatescomprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and case reviews. Provides on-call emergency coverage, prepares reports, and performs administrative duties.

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Lead Mental Health Counselor - Athletics Department

Athletics Administration-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh-(24000757)

Advises senior administrators on current issues related to the mental health and well-being of student-athletes. Participates with department committees. Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services addressing a range of mental healthconcerns for a diverse population of student athletes utilizing specialized techniques to fosterdevelopment, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitatescomprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and case reviews. Provides on-call emergency coverage, prepares reports, and performs administrative duties.

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Manages the training programs and outreach services for the Counseling Center. Facilitates client-related paperwork and ensures confidentiality of all client records. Develops comprehensive assessments and provides psychological counseling for clients.

Essential Functions

• Advise senior administrators on current issues related to mental health and well-being of student-athletes.
• Participates in multiple department committees related to student-athlete health, wellness, and experience.
• Assists in developing long-term strategic plan for mental health and wellness department within athletics.
• Liaison to community and other healthcare providers.
• Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services primarily to student-athletes for a range of mental health concerns, including assessments; prevention and crisis services; individual, group, and relationship therapy; intake services; and diagnostic functions.
• Utilizes specialized techniques to foster student-athlete development, remediate mental health problems, promote positive mental health, develop individual treatment plans, and support academic and athletic success.
• Supports outreach programming and provides consultation to staff, faculty, parents, and students.
• Provides education to athletic teams, coaches, and staff throughout the year
• Provides on-call emergency coverage as needed.
• Assists in teaching course to incoming student-athletes focused on CBT and resilience skills.
• Participates in and contributes to professional development activities; prepares reports and performs associated administrative duties.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

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Assignment CategoryFull-time regular

Job ClassificationStaff.Manager - Counseling

Job FamilyHealth Professionals

Job Sub-FamilyBehavioral & Mental Health

CampusPittsburgh

Minimum Education Level RequiredBachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/CertificationAn equivalent combination of work experience and high level playing experience may be substituted at the discretion of the University.

Work ScheduleVaries

Work ArrangementOn-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring RangeTBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation OfferedYes

Visa Sponsorship ProvidedNo

Background CheckFor position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection ClearancesThe following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required DocumentsResume, Cover Letter

Optional DocumentsNot Applicable

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