Wellness Counselor

AUC

Founded in 1978, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC School of Medicine) has more than 8,500 graduates and is one of the oldest medical schools in the Caribbean. Dedicated to developing practice-ready physicians with a lifelong commitment to patient-centered care, AUC embraces collaboration, inclusion and community service.

With campuses in Sint Maarten and the U.K., affiliated teaching hospitals in the U.S. and the U.K. and internationally recognized faculty, AUC has a medical education program designed for today’s globally minded physician. AUC’s Medical Doctorate program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine. Visit aucmed.edu for more information, and follow AUC on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Opportunity at a Glance
This non-academic post will provide individual, couple, family, and group counseling to a diverse academic community of medical students and their families. Additional responsibilities will include assessment, crisis intervention, workshop development and facilitation, outreach, and consultation with other AUC professionals and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couple, family, and group counseling to medical students and family members;
• Provide crisis intervention, assessment, and on-call services;
• Develop and implement mental health promotion and outreach activities;
• Consult with other departments, programs, and professionals;
• Provide guidance in career exploration, academic development, and other career related issues;
• Participate in on-going professional development, departmental, and professional meetings;
• Other duties, as assigned by the Director of Counseling and/or the Department Chair
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

• Master's Degree in Counseling Required or a closely related field (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work) Required
• Documented record of culturally competent clinical experience Required
• 3-5 years of relevant experience required
• Experience in a university wellness center strongly preferred
• Ability to administer and interpret evidenced-based behavioral health assessments
• Excellent computer and written and oral communication skills
• Strong leadership and in-depth knowledge about the clinical practice of counseling
• Active participation in professional associations
• Licensure/certification (or its equivalent) Required

*Please include cover letter with your application

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation