Counselor

Counselor Posting Number: 0001053 Reports to: Associate Dean, Student Success & Well-Being Department: Student Affairs Classification: Exempt Full or Part-time: Full Time Job Summary Primary role of Counselor is to provide mental health counseling to enrolled students to promote their emotional well‑being and academic success. The position involves providing confidential counseling services to students facing mental health challenges, offering therapeutic support for a variety of personal, academic, and emotional issues, and fostering mental health awareness on campus. Additionally, the role includes delivering disability support services to ensure students with disabilities receive necessary accommodations and support to succeed in their educational goals. Essential Functions Mental Health Counseling Provides in‑person and telemental health counseling services to registered students, including intake assessments/triage, individual counseling, group counseling, and crisis intervention. Manages an ongoing caseload of student clients and uses clinical interpretation of student needs to inform method, scope, and duration of services provided, utilizing departmental stepped‑care model. Uses electronic health record to complete thorough and timely documentation related to provision of clinical services, in strict adherence to legal and ethical standards pertaining to mental health counseling. Conducts workshops, events, and educational programs to reduce stigma and foster mental health awareness. Connects students to off‑campus mental health and community services, as needed. Disability Support Services Conducts individualized intake meetings with students requesting accommodations to gather information related to their disability, access barriers, and accessibility needs. Reviews and evaluates disability‑related documentation to support accommodation determinations. Creates and manages official accommodation notification letters to students and ensures that authorized accommodations are delivered. Consults with faculty and academic department staff to ensure ADA accommodations are provided appropriately and coaches instructors on best practices for implementing classroom accommodations. Meets with prospective students, families, and high school contacts for transition questions and preparation related to accessing disability resources at LMC. Maintains broad knowledge and awareness of various types of assistive technology, in order to recommend and demonstrate assistive technology tools and services to students with disabilities. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Comprehensive understanding of social services, mental health support, and disability accommodations. Expertise in providing case management and crisis intervention for students facing basic needs challenges such as food insecurity, housing instability, and financial barriers. Skilled in delivering mental health counseling services, offering therapeutic support for personal, academic, and emotional issues, and providing individualized disability accommodations to ensure students’ academic success. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills are essential for engaging with diverse student populations, collaborating with campus departments, and connecting students to appropriate resources. Ability to maintain confidentiality, document services accurately, and stay informed on relevant policies and programs. Job Specifications Minimum Qualifications Masters degree in clinical social work or counseling. Licensed to practice social work in the state of Michigan (LLMSW or LMSW) or licensed professional counselor (LPC). One or more years of experience providing treatment to individuals with a mental illness. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and comply with ethical and legal standards in providing services. Additional Desirable Qualifications Demonstrated ability to create a warm, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members, especially during periods of high volume. Strong knowledge of community resources and programs related to basic needs, mental health services, and disability accommodations. Experience providing case management, crisis intervention, and individual or group counseling services. Familiarity with federal and state laws related to disability accommodations (e.g., ADA, Section 504) and mental health services. Remote/Flexible Work Policy To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predictable on‑site attendance as an essential job function. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with its Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy. Salary Range: $63,190 - $75,892 Benefits Benefits start on first day of hire, including extensive paid time off, health insurance with the College covering the in‑network deductible, and a minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll. #J-18808-Ljbffr