Job Description

Job Summary

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The Student Mental Health and Wellness Counselor is an integral piece of the Bethel College Student Life program. They provide individual and group counseling to students as it pertains to academic, mental health, and personal concerns. The Student Wellness Counselor will work in partnership with the VP for Student Life as a primary decision maker in issues related to a student's safety directly linked to mental or behavioral factors. They are responsible for coordinating, developing, and helping administer resources which supports and promotes a holistic approach to student wellness. As a member of the Student Life team, the Student Mental Health and Wellness Counselor will also help the department create a safe and secure campus community that fosters and supports academic success, personal growth, and respect for self, others, and community.

This position is a full-time (10-month contract) position under the supervision of the Vice President for Student Life. Specific hours will be determined in consultation with the Student Life Department. Hours will need to be accessible to students and clearly advertised.

Essential Functions

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Support the Mission, Vision, and Values of Bethel College https://www.bethelks.edu/about-bethel/guiding-principals/

Provide Initial clinical assessments, crisis intervention, and individual/group counseling for students with academic and/or personal concerns

Assist the Student Life staff in crisis response and student safety procedures.

Community engagement and referral for students to external agencies for more intensive services.

Provide in person and online support services to current Bethel College students

Provide mental health and wellness prevention activities and resources, and follow-up support to students who are struggling with mental health and wellness.

Build alliances and collaborative relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community partners to boost student health and wellness opportunities.

Partner with MSW or Graduate programs to provide clinical supervision to social work interns.

Work in the context of creating a community inclusive of diverse populations, demonstrating Servant-Leadership, honoring ethical standards and licensing standards.

Offer consultation to college committees

Prepare reports of employment tasks, goals, and outcomes, while maintaining confidentiality.

Be an active member of the Student Life team, which means working with budgetary planning, attending Student Life staff meetings and participating in college-sponsored events.

Education & Experience

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Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field is required

Preference will be given to those with a clinical counseling degree/license

Required Skills:

Work independently and take initiative to improve programs and departmental procedures

Demonstrate competence with social media platforms

Speak persuasively to large and small groups

Demonstrate a commitment to understanding and advocacy for students from various populations, specifically those that have been traditionally marginalized

Work well in a fast-paced, changing environment and adapt to new responsibilities, ideas and approaches

Respond appropriately to students in crisis, and intervene in the event of an accident or crisis situation

Read and write sufficiently to complete paperwork including, but not limited to, reports, correspondence with students, and inter-office communication

Utilize superior time-management skills to facilitate the completion of the essential job functions

Physical Demands

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the position require:

Minimal lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and reaching. Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as telephone, calculator, copy machine, and printer for extended periods of time. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one classroom or building location to another. Ascending and descending stairs. Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Ability to function well in a standard office setting Medium/indoor work environment

Work Environment/Environmental Condition

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All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Application Information:

Please complete a Bethel College application and upload a cover letter, resume and minimum of three references with contact information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.83 - $25.09 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person