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Working Title:
Mental Health Therapist - Clinical Program Therapist 2
Institution:
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Classification Title:
Clinical Program Therapist 2
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
City:
Moorhead
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Part time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$28.26 - $41.43
Position Purpose:
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide individual, couple and group counseling to students. Responsibilities also include, but not limited in providing consultation to students, faculty, staff and community providers as well as providing training and education for various campus groups. A strong commitment to nurturing and advancing student development.
Responsibilities:
Provide personal counseling services that supply emotional and academic support for students either individually or in a group modality.
Provide crisis/emergency interventions when appropriate.
Develop and implement strategies and initiatives to promote student development by creative programming and counseling services options to meet student mental health needs.
Based on licensure, training and certification; providing alcohol and other drugs (AOD) assessments and referrals per MSUM AOD policy. Maintaining professional records and collateral clinical records such as but not limited to; triage, intake, OAP case notes, treatment plan, discharge plan, on-going client form.
Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of department goals and programs including the development of effective dynamics among team members.
Conduct assessments to determine mental, emotional, and behavioral status of MSUM students so that information is available for treatment.
Document assessments, progress and recommendations and services rendered to the student such as but not limited to progress notes, case notes and quality assurance reports.
This would include student outcomes and revised recommendations as well as necessary/relevant documentation needed by internal departments and external agencies.
In addition, quality assurance reports and Maxient analytical data will be used for an annual MSUM Counseling Service report.
Supervise master level counseling interns and provide constructive feedback, as needed, to ensure quality of services provided to those utilizing MSUM Counseling Services.
Provide formal and informal in-service education for professional staff and the university community.
Consult with various university constituencies regarding issues of student mental health and deliver outreach in the form of presentation and workshops on psycho-education topics.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner within area of expertise and licensure.
Participate in campus committees, Hendrix huddles, Counseling Services staff meetings and required training per licensure.
The following responsibilities do not lead themselves to any percent of time breakdown. These are behavioral responsibilities that all staff are expected to exhibit 100% of the time and are not to the total percent of time for other responsibilities.
Be sensitive in my dealings with other personnel, visitors, and students, so that all are treated in a respectful, professional, and humane manner.
Be respectful of and sensitive to the rights, responsibilities and duties of others, and respectful of the human rights of all racial, ethnic, and religious groups, including but not limited to protected groups as defined by state statute.
Maintain professional level of conduct and interaction with other staff so that staff dissension is minimized. Maintain control and composure during difficult and stressful situations to instill a calming effect on others. Maintain a professional distance in relationships with students and their families.
Salary Range:
$28.26 - $41.43 hourly
$59,007 - $86,506 annually
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters in Counseling, or Social Science Discipline or Masters in Social Work
Knowledge of applied treatment and educational techniques for psychological/psychiatric problems, educational/vocational deficits, and interpersonal relationship problems sufficient to treatment mental health and/or addictive problems.
Excellent skills in oral and written communication, reading comprehension. problem-solving, observation, analysis, and therapeutic intervention.
Ability to Exercise sound judgment and to develop physical and verbal skills sufficient to understand the student population of MSUM
Ability to apply treatment techniques for mental health and/or addictive problems.
Ability to use best practice techniques in the fields of mental health and/or addiction counseling.
Preferred Qualification:
Earned Master's degree from a CACREP accredited university.
Licensure in social sciences field such as LPCC, LP, LMFT, LICSW.
Licensed and or certified in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD}
At least one year experience working with a college student population.
Willingness to pursue LPCC, LP, LMFT, LICSW during initial two years of hire.
Other Requirements:
Sitting, standing, lifting, extensive keyboard work.
Must be able to lift/carry equipment and materials occasionally.
The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.
A completed application will include a resume and cover letter.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):
8:00am - 4:30pm / Monday - Friday during academic year
8:00am - 4:30pm / 1 day a week during summer
FTE: 0.75
Telework (Yes/No):
No
About:
Minnesota State Moorhead is a vibrant community that pushes you to forge your own path. Help shape a campus where students thrive, connect, and lead!
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
01-12-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
11-06-2025
Close Date:
11-21-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Christine Adams
Posting Contact Email:
christine.adams@mnstate.edu
