Job Information
University of Utah Counselor/Coord of Groups in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 07/03/2024
Requisition Number PRN39077B
Job Title PS Clin Mental Health Counsel
Working Title Counselor/Coord of Groups
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area President
Department 00327 - Athletics Department
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range Depending on Experience
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
This person will assist the Sport Psychology & Wellness office in the delivery of mental health and mental performance services to student-athletes at the University of Utah. Responsibilities will include the provision of therapy services to his/her selected sports teams as well as coordinating group and workshop initiatives within the office. Skills with interdisciplinary group offerings, such as mind body workshops or injury support groups is preferred. As a licensed or licensed eligible therapist, this person will assist in crisis management, team culture, and training of practicum students. Finally, this person will provide training to coaches, athletic trainers, academic staff, and other athletic department staff within the realm of psychological services. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE ) position and within the Department of Athletics, reporting to the Director of Sport Psychology and Wellness.
An excellent benefits package is included (seehttps://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/for a full description of the benefits package.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Responsible for assessing and treating common psychological issues such as anxiety/depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, grief, sexual trauma, and personality disorders.
Provide consulting and outreach services to coaches, athletic trainers, academic staff, and other administrative personnel regarding the psychological well-being of individual student-athletes and team members.
Coordinate delivery of group and workshop services to student-athletes and sports teams
Work closely in collaboration with team physicians regarding appropriate NCAA documentation as well as making medication recommendations for disorders/disabilities.
Participate in student-athlete pre-performance physical examinations by assisting in determining mental health functioning for incoming and returning student-athletes.
Identify psychological education outreach needs and offer relevant programming.
Understand and comply with state statutes governing the ethical provision of psychological care, as well as those rules governing the Athletic Department, University, PAC -12, and the NCAA .
Provide daytime, evening, and weekend crisis intervention and emergency services in situations involving individual student-athletes or teams
Participate in relevant special projects and meetings, including the monthly Student-Athlete Wellness Meeting.
Provide consulting and outreach services to colleagues and other professionals at the local, regional, and national level in the fields of psychology and sport psychology.
Coordinate and maintain good standing with licensure and accreditation organizations.
Develop and maintain relationships with organizational units that can assist and/or enhance the mental health services provided to student-athletes.
Participate in continuing education and professional association activities related to the performance of job functions and the maintenance of skills.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Mental health Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapy or Social Work from an accredited school or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); Current licensure to practice as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor or licensure eligible in the State of Utah; Demonstrated human relations and effective verbal and written communication skills, and; The proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, problem solve and resolve conflicts for individuals, couples, and groups.
At least 1 year of experience in providing services to intercollegiate student athletes or professional athletes.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Care is appropriate to the population served.
Preferences
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree or PhD/Psy.D in a mental health field.
Experience with Mind Body Interventions.
Special training in the areas of sport performance or sports psychology.
Clinical expertise in one or more of the following areas is required:
Multicultural Counseling
Disordered Eating/Eating Disorders
Substance Use Disorders
Groups and Workshops
Psychology of Injury
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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