Mental Health Counselor
Job ID286470
Location
Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:
Location
Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
Department Information
Counseling Center
Job Summary
Provide direct clinical services to students, outreach programming and professional training to the Georgia Southern community on a variety of mental health issues, clinical training to practicum students and interns as needed, and consultations to faculty and staff regarding college student mental health.
Responsibilities
Provide individual, couples, and group therapy to Georgia Southern students
Provide crisis on-call service in rotation with other clinical staff
Provide crisis/triage assessment and response to students as needed
Participate in various training programs housed within the Counseling Center
Provide outreach programming and consultations to campus community
Coordinate one or more areas of Counseling Center service as requested by Executive Director
Maintain compliance with Counseling Center policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Master's Degree in clinical/counseling psychology or in social work
Other Required Qualifications
Licensed as an LPC or LCSW in the State of Georgia, or ability to obtain relevant Associate License (LAPC/ LMSW) within six (6) months of start date and full license within three (3) years of start date
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Full licensure as LPC or LCSW
Preferred Experience
Experience working in a University Counseling Center
Experience with public speaking
Proposed Salary
$65,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to manage a caseload of individual, couples, and group therapy clients
Ability to document clinical interactions using Electronic Medical Record system
Ability to develop knowledge of College Counseling Center Service Models
Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information
Ability to work well collaboratively and independently
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Understanding of social, developmental, and psychological issues and challenges faced by students in higher education
Knowledgeable about and ability to present outreach programming on mental health topics
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Effective clinical and therapeutic skills
Effective time management and detail orientation skills
Job ID286470
Location
Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:
Location
Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
Department Information
Counseling Center
Job Summary
Provide direct clinical services to students, outreach programming and professional training to the Georgia Southern community on a variety of mental health issues, clinical training to practicum students and interns as needed, and consultations to faculty and staff regarding college student mental health.
Responsibilities
Provide individual, couples, and group therapy to Georgia Southern students
Provide crisis on-call service in rotation with other clinical staff
Provide crisis/triage assessment and response to students as needed
Participate in various training programs housed within the Counseling Center
Provide outreach programming and consultations to campus community
Coordinate one or more areas of Counseling Center service as requested by Executive Director
Maintain compliance with Counseling Center policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Master's Degree in clinical/counseling psychology or in social work
Other Required Qualifications
Licensed as an LPC or LCSW in the State of Georgia, or ability to obtain relevant Associate License (LAPC/ LMSW) within six (6) months of start date and full license within three (3) years of start date
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Full licensure as LPC or LCSW
Preferred Experience
Experience working in a University Counseling Center
Experience with public speaking
Proposed Salary
$65,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to manage a caseload of individual, couples, and group therapy clients
Ability to document clinical interactions using Electronic Medical Record system
Ability to develop knowledge of College Counseling Center Service Models
Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information
Ability to work well collaboratively and independently
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Understanding of social, developmental, and psychological issues and challenges faced by students in higher education
Knowledgeable about and ability to present outreach programming on mental health topics
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Effective clinical and therapeutic skills
Effective time management and detail orientation skills
Job ID: 480274049
Originally Posted on: 6/7/2025
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