PT Mental Health Counselor - SUNY Orange

Job Description : The Part-Time Mental Health Counselor (PTMHC) will facilitate counseling sessions with students. The PTMHC has a flexible schedule, with an average of 10 hours per week (hours may vary based on need). The PTMHC position will work in person at both the Newburgh and Middletown Campuses. This role has no remote hours.The Part-time Mental Health Counselor must be licensed in the state of New York as either an LMHC or LCSW and must be able to practice independently as per state regulations.Requirements : Education Required : LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)Experience Required : Two years of counseling experience (can include supervised hours)Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics :

• Experience working with young adults.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, including experience in scheduling and keeping track of appointments.
• Precise and thorough note-taking ability.
• Ability to research and learn about current mental health trends and counseling best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact professionally with the Wellness Center team, students, staff, and faculty.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to categorize and prioritize incoming requests.
• Bilingual skills.Additional Information : Deadline for Applying : January 26, 2025Position begins ASAPSalary : $37-$40 per hour commensurate with experience for no more than 10 hours per week. This position is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds.Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to : Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.Application Instructions : Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration :
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References : Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions :
• How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?
• How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.

Salary : $37 - $40