Mental Health Counselor - Case Manager

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004777P
Position Title Mental Health Counselor - Case Manager
Division/College Student Affairs
Department Counseling and Mental Health Center
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) at the University of Idaho provides comprehensive mental health services, including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric services and psychological assessments. The center emphasizes personal development, wellness and treatment through a brief therapy model. It also offers alcohol and drug programming, Biofeedback programming. and outreach and consultative services. The CMHC is also home to an APA-accredited doctoral internship in professional psychology.
Position Overview
The University of Idaho Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) is seeking a master’s level Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor to join our dynamic team. This key position will provide leadership in case management services for students, with a focus on coordinating mental health care, suicide prevention, and community outreach. The Case Manager will work closely with clinicians, local providers, and campus partners to ensure continuity of care for students with high acuity mental health needs. The Case Manager will also coordinate referrals to community providers, lead outreach programs, and consult with CMHC staff on complex cases.
Clinical responsibilities include initial evaluations, on-call urgent and crisis care coverage, individual therapy, group therapy. Licensed practitioners may also have an opportunity to supervise trainees or other staff.
This position requires a strong foundation in social work or mental health counseling, experience managing high-acuity cases, and experience in community mental health coordination. The ideal candidate will have a passion for student well-being, a collaborative spirit, and a desire to contribute to the mental health mission of the University of Idaho.
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/current-students/cmhc

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Experience providing mental health services to adult population
  • Experience providing mental health services to a diverse client population
  • Clinical experience providing risk assessment, crisis interventions and brief counseling
Required Education
  • Master’s Degree in Social Work
  • Master’s Degree in counseling or clinical psychology
Required Other
  • None
Additional Preferred
  • Licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Idaho
  • Experience providing counseling or other psychological services in a language other than English
  • Experience providing treatment for psychological trauma
  • Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Experience with the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders
  • Experience in working with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information


FLSA Status Exempt
Employee Category Exempt
Pay Range $60,000 annually or higher commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 03/04/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
For first consideration, please submit your application materials by March 31, 2025.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.

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