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LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:

Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Offer and provide voluntary case management services to McLennan Community College students referred to C.A.R.E. (Campus Assessment, Response & Evaluation), including ongoing assessment, individualized support, monthly C.A.R.E. Team reviews, and educational programs for faculty, staff, and students.This position exercises no supervision and receives general supervision from the Director of the Counseling Center. NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s Degree in social work from an accredited college or university

Experience: More than one year of work experience

Special Requirements: Licensed by the state of Texas as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Two years of experience providing support to vulnerable populations or individuals in crisis, such as in crisis intervention, mental health, or social services settings (including crisis hotlines, shelters, or psychiatric care facilities), through conducting assessments and coordinating access to appropriate services, resources, and opportunities tailored to individual needs; Priorexperience in a community college or university setting

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:

Knowledge of: 1. Case management practices and crisis intervention services; 2. Trauma-Informed Care principles and their application in higher-education settings; 3. The spectrum of mental illnesses, associated symptoms, psychotropic medications, and the social, medical, and environmental factors affecting individuals with mental illness; 4. Stressors commonly experienced by college students and effective supportive services to address those stressors; 5. Appropriate procedures for responding to students who may pose a danger to themselves or others; 6. HIPAA and FERPA regulations related to crisis intervention and student confidentiality; 7. Campus and community resources available to support student well-being; Skills in: 8. Mental health case management, including active listening, empathy, compassion, clear communication, patience and calmness under pressure, critical thinking, advocacy, self-awareness, multicultural competency, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth; 9. Delivering effective and persuasive presentations on sensitive topics, such as suicide prevention; 10. Mediation and conflict resolution to address complex interpersonal situations; 11. Using software and database systems to access records and accurately document services; 12. Program development, marketing, and evaluation to support student well-being initiatives; 13. Developing and maintaining connections with community providers; Ability to: 14. Communicate effectively with a diverse student population at McLennan Community College; 15. Interact calmly and professionally with students who may pose a risk to themselves or others, ensuring individual and campus safety; 16. Accurately assess student needs, develop individualized, goal-driven plans with targeted interventions, connect student to appropriate support systems, monitor progress, and facilitate communication and collaboration with faculty, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies; 17. Design and deliver educational training and support programs for faculty, staff, and students, including suicide awareness and prevention initiatives; 18. Maintain detailed, timely, and confidential records of all student interactions, assessments, care plans, and progress in compliance with federal, state, and MCC requirements; 19. Organize and prioritize work assignments to meet deadlines and program goals; 20. Understand and adhere to MCC and C.A.R.E. Team policies and procedures;.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sedentary-Desk work; respond to crisis situations after-hours as necessary. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, vacation, holidays. Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA).

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested and qualified applicants should submit application materials to: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mclennan. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (See Selection Criteria)
• Copies of College Transcripts