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    Student Health Counselor - Cullowhee, United States - Western Carolina University

    Western Carolina University
    Western Carolina University Cullowhee, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Posting Details
    Posting Information


    Posting Number
    EHRA826P


    Quick Link for Internal Postings

    Classification Title
    Counselor


    Working Title
    Student Health Counselor - #001369


    Department
    Health and Counseling Services


    Anticipated Hiring Range
    Commensurate with experience.


    About WCU

    Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 "America's Best Employers by State" list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100 employers in North Carolina.

    Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina University in the Top 100 of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2023.

    Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

    WCU's main campus is nestled in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 50 miles west of Asheville.

    WCU is located just 25 miles from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the nation's most spectacular and most visited national parks.

    The entire region is known for its excellent quality of life and access to outdoor activities.

    Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance.

    Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.

    Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan.

    Optional disability plans are also available.

    Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses.

    Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year.

    Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

    WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.


    Position Summary
    The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

    This is a 34 hours per week 12-month position within Counseling & Psychological Services. The primary role of the Counselor is to provide direct clinical services to students.

    These services include individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, clinical consultations, and outreach programming. Additionally, the counselor will provide supervision of doctoral interns and of master's level practicum students.


    Minimum Qualifications
    Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

    Required masters degree in counseling or social work or doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology.


    Must be licensed in North Carolina as a LPC or LCSW or be license eligible in North Carolina with doctoral degree in psychology.

    Must have experience working in university counseling center or with college-aged population in outpatient setting.


    Preferred Qualifications
    At least two years of experience providing clinical services in a university counseling center.

    Additional expertise in at least one other area including, but not limited to, multicultural counseling, DBT, crisis management, or substance use.

    We seek candidates that can demonstrate their experiences in working with diverse students, faculty and staff and in providing culturally sensitive training to master's and doctoral level trainees.


    Position Type
    Permanent Full-Time


    Number of Hours Per Week
    34


    Number of Months Per Year
    12

    Posting Text


    Open Date
    04/11/2024


    Close Date

    Open Until Filled
    Yes


    Special Instructions to Applicants
    To be considered, you must apply online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

    Please attach a cover letter, current vita, and a list of professional references (include complete contact information).

    Should you have any questions, please contact the Search Chair, Amber Ellington at


    Background/E-Verify
    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

    Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
    . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.


    Credential Verification
    All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.

    Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.


    AA/EOE
    Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina.

    Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

    Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call or email at


    University Safety

    The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at
    University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.



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