<p>Primary Function:</p> <ul> <li>When referrals are appropriate, the case manager will assist students in connecting with mental health resources and follow up to ensure continuity of care </li></ul> <p>Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Conducts initial evaluations and diagnostic assessments of students </li><li>Provides consultation, crisis intervention, and/or psychotherapy to students for mental health issues </li><li>Establishes and maintains liaison with and refers students to other community mental health providers for treatment when appropriate. </li><li>Plans, initiates, and conducts campus outreach and preventive programs, particularly to minority and other underserved populations (e.g., international students, veterans, athletes). </li><li>Develops and promotes Counseling Center as a college resource by communicating information about services and policies of the Center to prospective clients and parents. </li><li>Assists in the collection and assessment of data regarding Counseling Center utilization </li><li>Assesses need for psychological testing and provides or refers for such services as is appropriate to training </li><li>Collects, stores, and uses client records in accordance with state and federal laws and standards of professional ethics so that the highest level of client confidentiality may be maintained. </li><li>May direct or coordinate specific area(s) of Counseling Center function as assigned by Director (e.g., intern training, outreach programming). </li><li>Consults with and advises faculty and administrative staff regarding mental health issues affecting the education process. </li><li>Serves as liaison to other offices/departments and serves on Student Affairs and campus-wide committees as assigned. </li><li>Attends/assists with University functions of general importance to the student body or University (e.g., Orientation, Commencement). </li><li>Responsible for upholding federal, state and local laws as they relate to the practice of mental health. </li><li>Maintains license with appropriate continuing education training </li><li>Behaves in a manner consistent with Ethics Code of the American Counseling Association and/or the Ethics Code consistent with the degree and licensure. </li></ul> <p>Education:</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy required. Licensed (or licensed eligible) in the state of Tennessee, e.g., LPC-MHSP, LMFT, or MSW/LCSW. </li></ul> <p>Experience:</p> <ul> <li>College or University counseling experience preferred. </li></ul> <p>Job Related Skills:</p> <ul> <li>The preferred candidate will demonstrate innovation and creativity; inclusive and transparent decision making; professional confidence and sound judgment; success in building relationships and working collaboratively with key stakeholders; effective written and oral communication; strong commitment to student development; multicultural competence; and strong negotiation and advocacy skills. The successful candidate will also benefit from a clear understanding and knowledge of national trends and best practices in college student mental health. </li></ul> <p>Availability:</p> <ul> <li>Accepting applications immediately </li></ul>