Behavioral Health Consultant

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with credentials, qualifications, and experience.

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 01, 2024

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG193571EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Behavioral Health Consultant
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with credentials, qualifications, and experience.
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday; participation in after hours "on call" and possible evening/weekend hours.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Counseling Services
About the Department	The Division of Academic & Student Affairs ( DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College. NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here ( You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student. The Counseling Center assists NC State University students experiencing personal, academic or vocational problems. The goal of the Counseling Center is to provide students with professional counseling services and outreach to help them cope with issues that may impede successful academic performance. The Counseling Center also offers crisis intervention and psychological/psychiatric assessment as well as consultation with others who have concerns about the mental/emotional state of NC State students. Our services are primarily short-term in nature and we make referrals to other helping professionals and community agencies as appropriate.
Essential Job Duties	The Behavioral Health Consultant position is a 12-month, 40-hour per week position with responsibility to assist in all areas of Counseling Center functioning including: Behavioral Health Consultant Responsibilities: Assist with ongoing development of Behavioral Health Program which provides mental health consultations and clinical services that integrate services from the Counseling Center and Student Health Services. Conduct mental health assessments, brief counseling, referrals, and supportive counseling to all students. Provide crisis intervention assessments as needed and coordinate access to services through medical clinics. General administrative responsibilities associated with responsibilities listed above. Consult with co-treating providers (i.e., psychiatric, medical, nutrition), for integrated service provision. Participate in policy development and operations as directed by administration. Participate on an Eating Disorder Treatment Team. Determine needs and areas of overlap, redundancy, and/or common goals between Student Health and the Counseling Center with regards to health services provision for NC State students. Serve as liaison between Directors of Student Health Services and Counseling Center. Development and participation in Outreach programming. Consultation with faculty staff, parents, and others. Some participation in after hours "on call" and possible evening office hours.
Other Responsibilities	This position may involve participation in supervision/training of graduate students and program evaluation. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications	Experience working collaboratively in a mental health setting. Established commitment to multicultural competencies. Strong clinical skills. Experience handling crisis situations.
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrated clinical experience in counseling and medical setting. Ability to work hand-in-hand with medical providers to provide collaborative, integrated, and comprehensive medical and mental healthcare. Experience in a university counseling center is strongly preferred. Successful candidates will be generalists who are multi-culturally affirming and possess competence and experience in working with various student populations. Preference for candidates with experience utilizing a time-limited model of care.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	Appropriate licensure must be obtained/maintained according to NC laws
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	08/05/2024
Anticipated Close Date	Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include as attachments a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least 3 professional references

Position Details

Position Number	00104096
Position Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Department ID	244020 - Counseling Services
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.