Description

The VMI Center for Cadet Counseling is seeking candidates for a full-time licensed Mental Health Counselor / Clinical Psychologist / LPC / LCSW counseling position. This position reports to the Director of Cadet Counseling.

Those with professional interest and expertise in counseling young adults are particularly encouraged to apply for this is full-time 11-month position.  No military experience is necessary.

Job Duties:

        Provide short-term individual counseling.

        Conduct intakes and psychological assessments.

        Provide substance abuse assessments and psychoeducation group.

        Provide consultation services with faculty, staff, parents, and cadets.

        Develop, implement, and evaluate outreach programming for the Corps and assist with cadet health and wellness education and activities.

        Assist with cadet retention activities.

        Provide crisis assessment, counseling, and interventions.

        Provide on-call after-hours coverage on rotating basis with other clinical staff.

        Remain involved with local/regional/state/ national organizations related to the department.

        Follow record keeping guidelines and adherence to professional standards and codes of conduct.

        Committee service as assigned.

        The performance of other functions assigned by the Director that contribute to the service offerings of the Center for Cadet Counseling and the academic mission of the Institute.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

        A master’s degree in clinical or counseling psychology or closely related field.

        Licensed or license eligible within the next 2 months in the Commonwealth of Virginia.  

        Demonstrated understanding of adherence to ethical codes and applicable state and federal laws regarding the provision of mental health services.

        Supervised experience in a mental health setting

Additional Considerations:

        A Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology.

        Previous training and experience in a college or university counseling center.  

        Well-developed counseling and crisis intervention skills.

        A collaborative spirit of warmth, acceptance, respect, and trust towards colleagues.

        The energy to flexibly manage the professional demands of a challenging caseload while maintaining positive and healthy perspectives and relationships.

        A self-motivated, self-directed commitment to high professional ideals.

        Excellent oral and written communication skills.

        Licensure as a clinical psychologist, Social Worker, or professional counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia.