Responsibilities
- Create education materials, basic workshops, and continuing education trainings for staff related to mental health such as mediation, basic counseling skills, and stress management
- Provide intervention and consultation both on-site and over the phone for residents and Housing & Residence Life staff
- Foster a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students and staff through effective crisis management procedures
- Collaborate with staff and university agencies for assessment, resolution of crisis, and providing appropriate community resources
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.
- Enrolled as a full-time University of Florida graduate student in good standing seeking their degree in counseling or related area of study
- Successful completion of the core counseling curriculum and the first practicum are required or evidence that demonstrates similar academic and clinical experience
- Be available for 20-hours per week
Preferred Qualifications
- Training and/or course work in crisis intervention including skills and knowledge associated with mental status assessment and familiarity with crisis theory and practice
- Knowledge of university and community resources
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences
- Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, and ability to lead or mentor others
- Ability to work well within a team environment
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This position opens near the start of the Spring semester. If you would like to be notified when the position becomes available, join our talent community.