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Community Counselor, Community Psychiatric Clinic (2875 & 2877)
Pocatello - Main

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a
Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture
built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000
students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and
faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative
solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand,
natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our
University community!

Job Description

This full time position is responsible for providing direct and indirect professional, confidential assessment, diagnostic, and clinical mental health, including individual and group counseling, and crisis intervention services to community-based clients. Direct services include treatment for the full range of mental health issues. Treatment modalities include individual and group counseling. 

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Key Responsibilities

●    Provide direct clinical services to clients through crisis intervention, safety assessments, and coordination of emergency interventions and resources.
●    Collaborate and consult with behavioral/mental health, psychiatric and medical providers, and other Health Service providers and community to best manage clinical caseload and ensure effective treatment. 
●    Documentation of clinical services.
●    Provide crisis intervention and triage coverage/consultation to members of the community, including on call as needed.
●    Manage CARE reports.
●    Maintain electronic medical and other records, including registries for high-risk clients/patients.
●    Collaborates in efforts to provide services in new and creative ways.
●    Marketing counseling services (individual, group, couple, and family clinical rehabilitation).
●    Facilitate community partnerships.
●    Oversee the collection of revenue generated from counseling services.
●    Establish clientele and generate revenue to assist with a self-sustaining clinic.
●    Supervise counseling interns.
●    Perform other related duties as assigned.
●    Experience working with groups of individuals.
●    Knowledge, awareness, skills, and experience related to providing individual, multi-person, and group counseling; multicultural competence/humility, empathy, advanced listening skills, problem-solving, wide repertoire of intervention strategies, knowledge of ethical principles, mastery of personal and interpersonal and interpersonal dynamics, assessment skills, strong diagnosis skills, thorough understanding of abnormal behavior/psychopathology,  experience/knowledge working on a highly integrated clinical team.
●    Proactive, flexible, open communication style, solution-focused, relationship-building skills.
●    Maintain up-to-date skills related to high-risk populations and community resources in mental health, case management skills based on relevant knowledge and principles of case management.

Minimum Qualifications

At least a Master's degree in a direct clinical practice human services field, such as social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation counseling, psychiatric nursing, or other closely related discipline is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

A license in one of the following areas: Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensure in another state; if licensed in another state must obtain an endorsement for an Idaho license within 90 days of hire; experience using evidence based treatment practices counseling juveniles and their families; willingness to work in a juvenile facility; requires incumbent be comfortable dealing with behavioral acting out that could include possible harassment, threats, and verbal abuse from juveniles in custody; CPR/AED certification.

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of
three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This
position will remain open until it is filled. Salary will be between $70,000 and $75,000 per year,
commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive
health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance
program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and
generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are
conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation,
provided by HireRight.

Note: Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions, please review our frequently asked questions.

Posting Number: req2627
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Division of Health Sciences

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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