On our residential Rindge campus, we are looking for a full-time Mental Health Counselor to join our Counseling and Outreach team where our counseling staff make a positive impact to our students every day.
This is an in-person position based in Rindge, NH.
About Franklin Pierce University:
Since its establishment in 1962, Franklin Pierce University has been a catalyst for the academic success and personal growth of numerous undergraduate and graduate students. Rooted in a robust liberal education foundation, we provide majors and programs that cultivate vital professional skills, foster close relationships among students, faculty, and staff, and offer personalized, financially accessible academic opportunities that empower our students to realize their full potential.
Our impact extends across a diverse range of learners, including residential undergraduates, online students, and full-time graduate students, through our primary campus in Rindge, NH and additional online and graduate centers in Manchester and Lebanon, NH, Austin, TX and Goodyear, AZ. As we uphold our commitment to excellence, we continually explore innovative models and programs that build upon our rich legacy, guiding students to expand their knowledge, pursue their passions, and graduate as capable, engaged leaders.
At Franklin Pierce University, we hold firm in our belief that establishing a lasting legacy involves supporting and preparing students to thrive as leaders and contributing members of society. To achieve this mission, we recognize the importance of fostering a diverse community comprised of exceptional individuals from various backgrounds, all dedicated to advancing our shared goals.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Counseling and Joint Health Services and working closely with other student support services, you will be responsible for implementing student development programs that will help our students develop life skills that are necessary to function on campus. You will also provide your skills and guidance to developing a variety of outreach methods to our student body.
As part of the team, you will participate in an on-call rotation for student mental health emergencies. You will collaborate with faculty and staff over any student concerns to foster a supportive environment. You will also develop collaborative relationships with our community partners to create presentations and workshops for students.
Skills and Qualifications:
You will bring with you the following skills and qualifications that include:
- A Master’s degree in a counseling related field.
- Be licensed, or be able to be licensed, in the State of New Hampshire as a LCMHC or LSW.
- Have experience working with traditional college-aged students.
- Have exceptional listening skills, and be able to effectively communicate with our students and other constituents.
- Have experience working with a diverse population.
- Must have experience and understanding of programs as they relate to client information, notes and diagnostics.
- Proficiency in Microsoft products.
- Ability to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
Confidential screening of applications will continue until the position is filled.
At Franklin Pierce University, we take pride in providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to support the well-being and security of our valued employees. Here are some highlights of the benefits you can enjoy as part of the Franklin Pierce community:
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy 160 hours (4 weeks) of Paid Time Off, along with additional paid sick time for your well-being.
- Paid Holidays: Benefit from 20 paid holidays, including a 10-day winter break with full pay.
- Health and Wellness: Access medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, ensuring comprehensive health care.
- Life Insurance: Secure the future for yourself and your family with employer-paid Life Insurance coverage ranging from 1.5x to 3.0x your salary, depending on your role.
- Disability Coverage: We cover both short-term and long-term disability, providing financial protection in unforeseen circumstances.
- Retirement Planning: Contribute to your retirement with our 403(b) plan, with immediate 100% vesting. Franklin Pierce University also makes contributions to support your long-term financial goals upon one year of employment or if qualified with prior higher education employment.
- Educational Benefits: Invest in your growth and development with our tuition benefits, allowing you and your qualifying family members to pursue undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Additional Perks: Enjoy various perks, including pet insurance, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, travel discounts, local business discounts, and more!
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Franklin Pierce recognizes the impact of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at jobs@franklinpierce.edu or 603-899-4075. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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