Lehigh Valley Health Network·Allentown, Pennsylvania
Provide confidential, culturally sensitive counseling to college students dealing with academic, emotional, and behavioral health issues. Perform risk assessments, emergency triage, and collaborate with campus faculty and staff to support student success.
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LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S.
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We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region.
Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety.
These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
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Summary Provides culturally sensitive, confidential counseling to students seeking help in coping with college life, relationship or family issues, academic challenges, depression or anxiety, disordered eating, or other behavioral health issues. Provides emergency triage and referral for at-risk students, and consultation with faculty, staff and families within the bounds of confidentiality. Provides liaison with campus organizations and actives that promote psychological and behavioral health, and the integration of counseling services into overall student success in the college experience.
Job Duties
Provide culturally sensitive, confidential counseling to students seeking help in coping with college life, relationship or family issues, academic challenges, depression or anxiety, disordered eating or other behavioral health issues - all in line with LVPG and Department of Psychiatry outpatient standards and values.
Provide liaison and support with campus organizations and activities that promote psychological and behavioral health, environmental safety, and the integration of counseling services into overall student success in the college experience.
Provide suicide or other risk assessment as indicated, and provide emergency triage and referral for students experiencing acute distress.
Provide consultation services to faculty, staff and families within the bounds of confidentiality.
Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
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Primary Location: Allentown- 1251 Cedar Crest
Monday-Friday; 8: 00a-4:30p
Requires a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related mental health field with at least 2 years of clinical experience. Must hold or obtain a Pennsylvania state license as an LCSW or LPC upon hire.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, licensed clinical college counselor roles tend to draw steady demand from campuses supporting student mental health and retention. These positions are competitive because employers often want a master’s degree, at least two years of clinical experience, and a Pennsylvania LCSW or LPC, or the ability to obtain one quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your licensure timeline before applying.
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