Staff Counselor

Join to apply for the Staff Counselor role at Meharry Medical College3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Staff Counselor role at Meharry Medical CollegeThe position will provide evidence-based psychotherapy counseling and wellness for individuals, couples, and group for currently enrolled students. Provide consultation for students, faculty, and staff to address immediate concerns that impact their well-being. This position requires availability for on-call emergency crisis after regular business hours, weekends, and holidays included.Essential Functions (Principal Duties And Job Responsibilities)Conduct confidential counseling sessions, consultation, walk-ins with immediate support for crisis, and available for on-call emergency rotation after office hours.Provide individuals, couples, and group counseling with evidence-based psychotherapy for students.Maintain compliance based on code of ethics and judicial laws with accurate documentation for EHR (Electronic Health Records).Provide psychoeducation outreach and wellness programming for students.Participate in training programs regarding mental health for staff and faculty.Attend and participate in mandatory weekly team meetings, conferences, and professional development training.Performs other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills And Abilities RequiredMust have the ability to maintain confidentiality set by the Code of Ethics standards.Must have the ability to work within a team approach counseling setting.Ability to build rapport and trust with the students.Must have the ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion for the students.Knowledge and experience working in higher learning education to address mental health concerns.Must have strong interpersonal skills and communication skills.Must have knowledge to manage and maintain effective documentation for EHR.Ability to problem solve with critical thinking skills to provide effective outreach for the campus community.Education And Experience RequiredMaster’s degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or related field.Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience working in a counseling setting.Knowledge, insight, and creativity to support the needs of a diverse student population.Training and experience in delivering compassionate and being culturally competent.Demonstrates outstanding clinical skills for short-term therapy, emergency crisis intervention, consultation, and outreach developmental programming.Must have experience and strong commitment to work with a diverse student population including ethnicity, race, spirituality, sexual orientation, and international with cultural competency.Licensure, Certification Or Registration RequiredState of Tennessee – Licensed Professional Counselor - MHSPSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meharry Medical College by 2xGet notified about new Staff Counselor jobs in Nashville Metropolitan Area.High School - Counselor (Immediate Opening)High School Counselor - Tennessee Connections AcademyELIGIBILITY COUNSELOR 1* - 08052025-70088Counselor (LPC) or Therapist (LMFT) - Veteran Affairs Outpatient ClinicELIGIBILITY COUNSELOR 1* - 08052025-70088Campus & Teaching Pastor - West FranklinELIGIBILITY COUNSELOR 1* - 08052025-70080Counselor (LPC) or Therapist (LMFT) - Veteran Affairs Outpatient ClinicSenior Coordinator for Training Programs, University Counseling CenterAssociate Pastor/Biblical Counselor - Day/Evening ShiftSecondary Spanish Teacher - Tennessee Connections AcademyHigh School Computer Science/PE Teacher - Tennessee Connections AcademyCoor, Benefits and Eligibility AuthorizationSecondary Math Teacher - Tennessee Connections AcademySecondary Business/Digital Arts/Computer Science Teacher - Tennessee Connections AcademyWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr