Counselor, Faculty Staff Assistance Program
Job Description
Position Number:
129710Title:
CounselorFunctional Title:
Counselor, Faculty Staff Assistance ProgramCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
VPSA-UHC-Fac/Staff Asst ProgramCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Counselor of Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) provides assessment, referral and counseling and coaching to all full and part-time faculty, staff and their immediate family members and retirees. Individual and departmental consultations are also provided, generally in regard to workplace issues. Administrative assistance is also provided to the program
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s degree from an accredited University in either Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or other degrees meeting eligibility requirements for a licensure. At least 5 years of directly related experience.
- Currently licensed to practice in Maryland as a Psychologist, Professional Counselor (LCPC), or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- In addition to skills listed under Education, the Counselor must be aware of administrative skills necessary to administer an employee assistance program, including report writing, computer abilities, including an ability to work with spreadsheets, knowledge of databases and word processing.
- Public speaking and writing skills are essential.
- Organizational development skills are also necessary to assist departments in addressing problems from a larger systems perspective.
- Must be able to type letters, file and schedule all appointments.
Additional Certifications:
- Currently licensed to practice in Maryland as a Psychologist, Professional Counselor (LCPC), or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C).
Additional Information:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duty/Responsibility (1): | Individual assessment, referral and counseling provided to faculty, staff and their immediate family members, retirees and students.
Percentage (1): | 70%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (2): | Campus-wide trainings, seminars and orientations/critical incident debriefings
Percentage (2): | 15%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (3): | Consultation, coaching provided to managers and supervisors for instance : troubled employees and departments
Percentage (3): | 10%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (4): | Documentation/record keeping, follow-up activities with employees and referral sources
Percentage (4): | 5%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (1): | Individual assessment, referral and counseling provided to faculty, staff and their immediate family members, retirees and students.
Percentage (1): | 70%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (2): | Campus-wide trainings, seminars and orientations/critical incident debriefings
Percentage (2): | 15%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (3): | Consultation, coaching provided to managers and supervisors for instance : troubled employees and departments
Percentage (3): | 10%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (4): | Documentation/record keeping, follow-up activities with employees and referral sources
Percentage (4): | 5%
Job Risks
Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure , Respiratory ProtectionPhysical Demands
Most work is done at one’s desk or in front of an audience. Some lifting required, generally not more than 20 pounds.
Posting Date:
08/06/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
09/02/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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