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The University Counseling Center (UCC) at the University of Utah welcomes applications for the full-time benefited position of Mental Health Intervention Specialist, to work as part of a crisis stabilization team in a multidisciplinary campus counseling agency. This position is open to applicants with backgrounds in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Psychology. The Mental Health Intervention Specialist will be the first contact with students experiencing significant mental health distress. Responsibilities include providing direct crisis intervention services, face-to-face case management, group psychotherapy, mindfulness-based short-term interventions, and outreach and prevention activities including suicide prevention and campus crisis response. Expertise in crisis intervention, strong clinical skills, and the ability to manage a full caseload is expected. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to working effectively from a multicultural orientation and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. It is anticipated that approximately 60% of the time will be focused on crisis services with the remaining 40% providing general clinical services.Review of applications will begin immediately. Preferred start date no later than January 2, 2024.About Student AffairsStudent Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.Student Affairs is committed to the grounding of our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion. We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each monthExcellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health systemTuition reduction for employees and family membersOptions for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are availableFree public transportation pass (see here for more information)