Kent State
Location
Kent, Ohio
Salary
$45,000 - $53,000 / YEAR
Deliver direct clinical services, including individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention, to the university student population. Conduct intake interviews, psychological assessments, and develop outreach programming to support student mental health.
Must hold a valid Ohio license as a Psychologist, LISW, or LPCC and have at least two years of clinical experience. Ability to work non-traditional hours and knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA regulations are required.
Job Title: Mental Health Provider, CAPS
Kent Campus - Kent, OH
$45,000 - $53,000
In support of Kent State University’s vision and core values, the mission of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to enhance the psychological health and development of Kent State University students. Through the provision of an array of culturally competent and evidence-based psychological services, consultation with faculty and staff, and programming, CAPS staff contribute to the attainment of student educational objectives, encourage student engagement in the university community, and support students’ personal and professional success
As a comprehensive student counseling center, we endeavor to create a welcoming and affirming environment that honors inclusion and values individual and cultural differences. We strive to accomplish our mission through a variety of professional services including individual and group psychotherapy, psychological testing, crisis intervention, drug and alcohol programs, training of helping professionals and outreach and programing for the university community.
We make efforts to collaborate with medical staffing at DeWeese Health Center , personnel in the Division of Student Life, the University, and the broader community.
Based on our mission and core values, we are seeking a team member who is capable of and committed to the following:
As a culturally responsive member of a highly supportive and collaborative team, the mental health provider delivers quality direct clinical services, and outreach programming to the campus community. This position reports to a senior staff clinician.
60%
Facilitate both face-to-face and telemental health services as indicated.
Participate in the provision of mental health triage services.
Conduct intake interviews, psycho-diagnostic assessment, case conceptualization, and treatment plan formulation.
Provide brief individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapy to students with a broad spectrum of psychological, academic, and interpersonal concerns.
Respond to high-risk clinical situations.
Provide crisis intervention and emergency services to the university community.
Administer psychological assessment, including intellectual, behavioral, and personality, as indicated by training and discipline licensure.
Provide collaborative care with a multidisciplinary team of mental health and primary care providers at DeWeese Health Center.
Conduct mental health and preventative outreach programming to educate students and the university community.
Offer supervision and seminars to CAPs trainees in accordance with training policies and procedures.
Provide consultation to university students and their families, faculty and staff, and other stakeholders.
40%
Complete clinical documentation according to CAPS policies and procedures.
Prepare for outreach activities.
Complete report writing.
Prepare for supervision activities.
Participate in professional development and continuing education activities.
Follow agency policies and procedures consistent with state mental health statutes, ethical guidelines, best practices, and HIPAA.
Attend CAPS staff, clinical team, and committee meetings.
Take an active role in the continuous improvement of CAPS processes and systems.
Participate in Student Life and university-wide committees.
As budget allows, represent CAPS on the Kent State campus, in the State of Ohio, and nationally.
Perform other related duties as required.
Must possess the education and experience required to obtain one of the following: Licensure in the State of Ohio as a psychologist; Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW); or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Two years of experience in a clinical setting. Must be able to work non-traditional hours.
Licensure in the State of Ohio as a psychologist, LISW or LPCC, or Ohio license eligibility.
Knowledge of: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Clinical counseling Verbal, written, and interpersonal communications Personal computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
Design and implement a variety of psycho-educational programs Work nontraditional hours as required, including evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications: – if applicable:
Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
None.
39- Week position: 17 weeks fall semester
16 weeks spring semester
1 week in August for Training
5 weeks through summer break
Must pass a security check.
Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr [http://www.kent.edu/hr].
Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free [http://www.kent.edu/smoke-free].
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.
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