Mercy University | Licensed Mental Health Counselor | ...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Print ( Apply  Licensed Mental Health Counselor Salary $62,400.00 - $70,000.00 Annually Location Dobbs Ferry, NY Job Type Full Time Staff Job Number 00822 Division Student Affairs Department Student Counseling Center Opening Date 11/06/2024 Union Status Non-Union Description Benefits Job Posting Summary The Mental Health Counselor is a full-time, 9-month position. Responsible for supporting the mission of the Division of Student Affairs: specifically, by providing direct care to students seeking therapy, and providing a range of clinical services to our students and college community. The Mental Health Counselor should be a high energy, positive role model who is committed to student affairs, student success and service excellence. The position involves high student contact, connections with outside referral agencies, and creativity with programming and student events. Required Skills & Experience: Experience working in an educational setting Experience working in a clinical social service setting Experience in any of the following areas of specialization is desirable: suicide risk assessment, anxiety coping skills, trauma, women's/men's issues, LGBTQ issues, group therapy, substance abuse, learning disabilities and anger management Experience in higher education preferred Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, written and oral communication, problem-solving, organizational, and presentation skills Computer proficiency in MS Office suite of products and Internet required. Electronic Medical Record system proficiency preferred Demonstrated evidence of detail-orientation, customer service orientation, ability to work independently, and great levels of responsibility required This position will be located at the Dobbs Ferry campus. May require travel to Manhattan and the Bronx campuses as needed. May also require occasional after-hours work Qualifications Education Requirements: LMHC or LCSW from accredited 60 credit master's level program Willing to consider MCH-LP or LMSW - location may vary Compensation offered will be commensurate with the educational background and work experience of the individual. About Mercy Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students. Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022. Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. Mercy's student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online. At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Our Mission: Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. EEO Statement Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) , Option 6 or via email . The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. Campus Safety Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. ( Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Health Insurance: UntitedHealthcare Oxford In-network and out-of-network plan options EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff) Dental Insurance: UnitedHealthcare Oxford In-network and out-of-network plan options Vision Insurance: UntitedHealthcare Oxford Paid Time Off: Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees. Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance: Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations Life Insurance: Long-Term Disability:The Hartford Short-Term Disability:The Hartford Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Ameriflex Retirement Benefits: TIAA The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components: Deferred Compensation Plan All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University. Defined Contribution Plan Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period. If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form. Remote Work: Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee's ability to manage work-life balance. Learn more about our remote work policyhere ( . Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees. Learn more about our tuition remissionhere ( . Tuition Exchange: We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment. Employee Assistance Program: Compsych Voluntary Benefits: Allstate Identity Protection LegalEase Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners Nationwide Pet Insurance PlumBenefits ScriptSave Working Advantage Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change. Agency Mercy University Address 555 Broadway Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522 Phone Website Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2024-11-26