Mental Health Counselor - Athletics Department

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Mental Health Counselor - Athletics Department

Athletics Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23009433)

 

Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services addressing a range of mental health
concerns for a diverse population of student athletes utilizing specialized techniques to foster
development, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitates
comprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and case reviews. Provides on-call emergency coverage, prepares reports, and performs administrative duties.

Job Summary

Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services addressing a range of mental health concerns for a diverse population of students/clients utilizing specialized techniques to foster student development, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitates comprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and case reviews.

Essential Functions 

• 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.

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Mental Health Counselor - Athletics Department

Athletics Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23009433)

 

Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services addressing a range of mental health
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concerns for a diverse population of student athletes utilizing specialized techniques to foster
development, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitates
comprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and case reviews. Provides on-call emergency coverage, prepares reports, and performs administrative duties.

Job Summary

Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical psychotherapy services addressing a range of mental health concerns for a diverse population of students/clients utilizing specialized techniques to foster student development, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitates comprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and case reviews.

Essential Functions 

• 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.
• 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.

 

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

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Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Licensed Professional Counselor

Job Family Health Professionals

Job Sub-Family Behavioral & Mental Health

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required No experience required

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.

Required Licensure/Certification LPC or LMFT or CAADC

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification LPC or LMFT or CAADC or LCSW. Minimum 2 years experience required.

Work Schedule Varies

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

Hiring Range TBD based on qualifications

Relocation Offered Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

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

Child Protection Clearances The 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 Documents Resume, Cover Letter

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