Mental Health Therapist & Case Management Coordinator

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction and supervision of the IAIA Counseling Services Lead Counselor, this Mental Health Therapist position provides counseling, art therapy, holistic modalities for mental health, and substance use issues for students at IAIA; completes screens, intakes, scheduling and assessments as needed; participates in the development and facilitation of student support activities; evaluate and assess activities; submit evaluation and progress reports to IAIA Counseling Services Lead Counselor, and coordinates partnerships and resources off campus for the counseling and student services team. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work under the supervision of the IAIA Counseling Services Lead Counselor, in collaboration with the Dean of Student Affairs.

Provide counseling, art therapy, somatic, holistic modalities, and assess therapeutic needs of enrolled students and their families.

Provide substance use screens, assessment, and support for the purpose of prevention and early intervention to enrolled students and their families.

Provide specialized support groups and facilitation for students at risk, or additional needs.

Identify student needs, implement and evaluate the Counseling Center’s programs based upon those needs.

Assist in developing and implementing educational workshops and events on health, balance, and wellness for the IAIA community with the Student Affairs.

Submit assessment, evaluation, and progress reports to the IAIA Counseling Services Lead Counselor. 

Participate in weekly Behavioral Health Intervention and Early Support Team meetings.

Support the mission of IAIA, serving on committees as required.

Provide case management services for students with complex needs, including referral, coordination, follow-up, and continuity of care.

Maintain regular contact with students referred for higher levels of care, academic concerns, health needs, behavioral concerns, or crisis follow-up.

Coordinate with on-campus partners (Housing, Student Conduct, Accessibility and Disability Services, Academic Advisors, Faculty, Campus Safety, Student Success Center) to ensure collaborative care and effective student support.

Maintain an updated list and serve as the coordinator of community resources, including medical, psychiatric, crisis stabilization, detoxification, outpatient therapy, cultural healing resources, and traditional Indigenous supports.

Schedule events with off campus partners and resources to benefit students and prevention efforts.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of master’s degree from an accredited college or university, at least one year of clinical practice, preferably with a Native American community.
• Experience with Art Therapy, Expressive Arts, Somatic, and Body-Centered Modalities.
• An Indigenous perspective and knowledge is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

• New Mexico State independent licensure as a master’s or doctorate level mental health counselor, social worker, or psychologist is required, (e.g., LPCC, LISW, LCSW, LMFT). Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment or
• New Mexico State non-independent licensure as a master’s level mental health counselor, social worker, art therapist or psychologist is required, (e.g., LMHC, LAMFT, LPC, LMSW, LPAT or RMHC). Must have and maintain current throughout employment.
• Have First Aid and CPR certifications. Must have and maintain current throughout employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Clinical experience with college students, adults, and Native Americans.
• Clinical experience with LGBTQIA2S+, Transgender, and Gender Non-Conforming students.
• Knowledge of, and experience with harm reduction, client-centered, and trauma-informed ways of facilitating counseling.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, family systems.
• Masters level training in art therapy, counseling, or related field.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and observe appropriate provider and client boundaries.
• Knowledge and experience regarding substance abuse prevention and treatment, suicide prevention, education, and support resources.
• Familiarity with American Indian and Alaska Native cultures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of word processing and other computer applications.
• Able to prioritize work and coordinate multiple tasks.
• Able to interact and work successfully with faculty, students, and staff within job responsibilities.
• Able to manage conflicts constructively and possesses excellent conciliation and communication skills.
• Self-directed within responsibilities, pro-active in problem-solving, able to work successfully as part of a team.
• Adheres to appropriate standards of conduct and ethics, courteous and high professional standards, follows counseling policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisor to perform other assignments or duties. 

Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. 

The job description is not a contract for employment.

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