Augsburg University Looking for Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling Full Time

Company Description

Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students. Augsburg’s mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.

The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. 

• As part of Augsburg University’s commitment to intentional diversity, over 50% of our current student body identifies as Black, Indigenous, and persons of color. 
• In 2021, Campus Pride ranked Augsburg in the top 10 Religious Colleges Living Up to LGBTQ-Inclusive Values. 
• Guided by its Lutheran heritage, Augsburg University stands on a foundation of anti-racism, critical thinking, rigorous analysis, and open discussion across a full range of ideas.

Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community.  In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Job Description

This position is scheduled to work 9 months, 40 hours per week. We are seeking a candidate who is available to start around August 14, 2023. 

The Center for Wellness and Counseling (CWC) is seeking candidates with strong clinical skills who have lived experience with culturally diverse and under-represented communities, and who have a deep commitment to serving the diverse student body we are privileged to support. The successful candidate will join a team of counselors who genuinely love the work we do and the people with whom we work, who strive to support one another, who live into our value of prioritizing work-life balance, and who collaborate with colleagues across campus to promote systems of wellness and respond to students in struggle. 

CWC counselors at Augsburg also enjoy additional benefits including: 

• No billing or insurance is involved in the provision of services
• Summers off
• Regular work hours with some opportunity for flexibility and remote work
• Ability to attend campus events that promote growth and development
• Support for continuing education and professional development. 

Applicants with a current MN license in their field of practice will be prioritized and independent license is preferred. License-eligible applicants will be considered; individuals in need of supervision hours required for MN licensure as a psychologist or social worker are encouraged to apply.

Primary Responsibilities

• Short-term mental health counseling and crisis intervention; No session limits, CWC’s short-term model is a flexible one. 
• Develop and implement outreach and health/well-being promotion opportunities to the Augsburg community. 
• Referral guidance – connect students with resources and supports on and off-campus.
• Client documentation.
• Consultative services to faculty, staff and parents.
• Staff meetings and case consultations.
• Participation in campus and community events.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in counseling, psychology, social work or marriage and family therapy required.
• Currently licensed, license eligible, or pursuing licensure hours in the state of MN.
• Strong clinical multicultural competencies and experience working with a diverse community in mental health services required. Guided by its Lutheran heritage, Augsburg University stands on a foundation of anti-racism, critical thinking, rigorous analysis, and open discussion across a full range of ideas; CWC staff are expected to possess and continue to develop experience and expertise in operating from this same foundation.
• Desire to work in an academic setting and support the mission of the University.

Additional Information

Applicants must submit the following for consideration: 

Benefits at Augsburg

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including: 

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire
• Employer-paid parental leave, STD, LTD and life insurance
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Augsburg’s Statement regarding COVID-19 Vaccinations

For the safety of our students, employees and the community in which we live and work, Augsburg requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.  For individuals who are unable to be vaccinated due to religious or medical reasons,  Augsburg offers exemptions and accommodations.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.  

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: [email protected].