Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.
Unit Position Summary
The Center for Survivors is a Confidential Program at Michigan State University. The Center for Survivors Therapist will provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate counseling services to survivors of interpersonal violence. The therapist has ethical, professional, and legal responsibilities to maintain records regarding work with clients and to protect client confidentiality in accordance with guidelines set by VOCA/VAWA, MSU, the State of Michigan, and other professional associations.
Job Responsibilities
· Provides individual therapy to survivors of interpersonal violence.
· Completes intake sessions with new clients and documents the session.
· Provides information about reporting options, health care options, and advocacy services at the Center for Survivors (Criminal Justice, Title IX, institutional, personal, and academic) to clients as needed.
· Assists survivors with completing Michigan Crime Victims Compensation applications.
· Coordinates referrals to services at Center for Survivors, and campus and community resources as necessary.
· Completes VOCA Grant, University, and program documentation as needed.
· Maintains client confidentiality
· Completes other duties as specified and assigned.
Desired Qualifications
A. Demonstrated competency and expertise in providing services and building relationships with diverse populations
B. More than three years of experience providing crisis intervention, advocacy and/or counseling to survivors of interpersonal violence.
C. Experience with data collection and reporting.
D. Understanding of interpersonal violence and common responses to trauma.
E. Awareness and experience using an intersectional lens with a focus on multiculturalism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
F. Demonstrated empathy and supportive communication skills.
G. Ability to be honest and maintain professional boundaries
H. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinicians.
I. English language proficiency; bilingual desired though not required
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover Letter
Work Hours
ON-CALL
Website
centerforsurvivors.msu.edu
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
