Behavioral Health Counselor - American International College

About American International College:

American International College is a private, coeducational institution of higher education located on a 88+ acre campus in Springfield, Massachusetts. The campus has 42 buildings on two sites approximately 1/2 mile apart. Included in the inventory of buildings are student residences for a resident population of 900 students. Founded in 1885, the College has approximately 2200 graduate and undergraduate students. AIC offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs through the Schools of Business, Arts and Sciences; Health Sciences; and Education. The mission of the College is to transform student lives through career focused learning, with a strong foundation in the liberal arts, a commitment to serving the community, and a high level of involvement in the global economy.

AIC strives to create a diverse and inclusive campus community that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. We are an EEO employer and we welcome applications from individuals for positions where they are underrepresented.

Job Description:

American International College invites applications for the position of Behavioral Health Counselor at the Dexter Counseling Center. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of our diverse student body.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group mental health counseling to students, addressing a range of emotional, psychological, and behavioral concerns.
• Collaborate with other campus departments to ensure a comprehensive approach to student well-being.
• Respond to mental health crises, providing immediate support and referral when necessary.
• Develop and implement workshops, outreach programs, and psychoeducational initiatives to promote mental health awareness and prevention.
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
• Actively contribute to strategic planning and program development within the Counseling Center.

Requirements:

Licensure:

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience providing mental health counseling, with at least 2 years working with young adults/teenagers
• Proven expertise in crisis management and working with young adult populations.

Leadership Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead a multidisciplinary team, with experience in strategic planning, program development, and team building.

Communication:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to advocate for student health and wellness across multiple campus stakeholders.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

• A strong commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that supports diverse student needs, including but not limited to those related to race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and socioeconomic status.

Additional Information:

AIC reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

AIC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should save and submit the following documents with the online application.

• Brief cover letter
• Current resume
• Contact information for three professional references (one of which must be a current or prior supervisor)

Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.