Specialist 2-Counselor | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile provide counseling treatment, testing and crisis management to all OSU students and consultation to all OSU faculty and staff. Work may include independent evaluation, records management, referral and/or health education.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristic of the Specialist 2-Counselor is the specialized certification and education required to perform the counseling services and responsibilities of the position.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Provides individual, group, couples counseling/therapy and crisis intervention to students including appropriate assessment methods and brief time sensitive treatment. 2. Maintains files, documentation, written reports and job-related data commensurate with current standards of the profession. 3. May provide training and secondary supervision for Psychology Residents, Psychology Interns, and practicum students, such as co-leading therapy groups, teaching seminars, providing rotation training in area of interest. 4. Ensures compliance with University policies, state and federal laws and regulations and industry standards. 5. Serves as a subject matter expert regarding mental health issues and services by serving on university committees and task forces and providing training and education to faculty, staff and students to promote and support mental health initiatives on campus. 6. May provide primary supervision to master’s level clinicians or trainees.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a division/entire organization; contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of the entire organization. Decisions impact: • Department • Direct team • Student/Parents • Other External Agencies and Institutions

Accountability

Results are defined by senior leadership and division strategy, mission and vision; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide, and Externally to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality.

Typical Requirements

Masters in Counseling, Clinical, Family Therapy, or equivalent from an accredited program. Obtain licensure in the state of Oregon within 18 months of employment, or as a Social Worker in the state of Oregon within 6 months of employment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.