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TLC Project Coordinator

Posted: 08/11/11

TLC Project Coordinator

Program:

The Tennessee Lives Count, Youth Suicide Prevention and Early Intervention Project (TLC) is a statewide project designed to reduce suicides and suicide attempts for youth (ages 10-24).

Currently, TLC plans to build on the successes of its first two grant cycles (2006-2011), by continuing its gatekeeper training projects, while adding components related to youth access to mental health and crisis services, and focused on the implementation of postvention plans in primary and secondary schools. TLC operates as a program of the Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee (MHAMT). The program is funded by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health (TDMH) via a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration as part of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Coordinator reports to the President/CEO of MHAMT Tennessee as well as the Principal Investigator at TDMH. Duties will include:

• Oversight of the work of the Training and Postvention Specialist and the Administrative Assistant.

• Oversight of the coordination of suicide prevention training, clinical training, youth peer awareness training, emergency department education, and postvention (the care of those impacted by a suicide death).

• Delivery of appropriate training types.

• Oversight and distribution of resource directories of existing suicide education programs and relevant resources.

• Consultation with Special Advisor to develop and implement a postvention plan.

• Representation of the program as part of the Grant Management Team and at TLC Task

Force meetings.

• Assistance with the development and expansion of a statewide Task Force to assess suicide prevention needs among at-risk youth and make recommendations.

• Oversight of development and dissemination of marketing materials (youth wallet cards, posters, magnets, etc.) and other strategies to promote access to care and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number.

• Pursuit of program policy changes within state agencies as requested.

• Participation in the development of a cultural competence plan and a sustainability plan.

• Collaboration and networking with TLC grant partners, existing professional conferences, trainings, and in-services to provide suicide prevention education.

• Documentation regarding grant requirements.

• Timely preparation of required reports and paperwork.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in mental health or management related field. Ten (10) years of experience in suicide prevention, mental health, and/or substance abuse field. Five (5) years of experience in management including budgeting.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Ability to demonstrate understanding of a variety of models and theories of services for youth at risk for suicide, youth with mental illness, and related issues

• Familiarity with federal grant requirements and procedures

• Ability to achieve strategic objectives through time-based planning and diligent budgeting

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Creative problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously

• Experience with Microsoft Office products and strong computer skills

• Demonstrated ability in writing, public speaking, planning, budgeting, and supervision

Personal Qualities:

• Self-motivated and able to motivate others

• Works well with team members, can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other grant partners within a collegial, yet demanding, environment

• Able to thrive in a complex environment with multiple priorities

• Recognizes and values cultural differences

• Displays a genuine interest in working with at-risk youth as well as adults who want to make an impact in the lives of children

• Possesses a high regard for confidentiality and the ability to accept supervision in a professional manner

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic

• Dependable, prompt & flexible

• Able to work independently

• Able to handle a wide variety of constituencies

Travel:

Based in Nashville – Must have a valid driver’s license and be available for statewide travel 50% of the time, to include frequent trips requiring overnight lodging. Travel credit card provided.

Salary Range: $44,000 - $52,000 salary is commensurate with education and relevant experience

Benefits: Excellent benefits package to include health, life, dental and retirement.

Work Schedule: Full-time 100% effort of 37.5 hours/week.

Other: Successful candidate will pass a national background check. MHAMT is an equal opportunity employer.

This position is subject to the availability of Federal grant funds.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, contact information for three references and date of availability. Applicants who fail to provide all of these items will not be considered. Electronic submission is preferred via SMiller@mhamt.org Resumes will be accepted until August 15th. Interviews will begin immediately.

Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee, 295 Plus Park Blvd. Suite 201, Nashville, TN 37217

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

TLC Training and Postvention Specialist

Posted: 08/11/11

TLC Training

and Postvention

Specialist

Program:

The Tennessee Lives Count, Youth Suicide Prevention and Early Intervention Project (TLC) is a statewide project designed to reduce suicides and suicide attempts for youth (ages 10-24).

Currently, TLC plans to build on the successes of its first two grant cycles (2006-2011), by continuing its gatekeeper training projects, while adding components related to youth access to mental health and crisis services, and focused on the implementation of postvention plans in primary and secondary schools. TLC operates as a program of the Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee. The program is funded by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health via a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration as part of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Training and Postvention Specialist reports to the Project Coordinator and will assist in the statewide implementation of the youth suicide prevention project. Duties include the following:

 Instruction of suicide prevention training, emergency department education, and LGBT workshops to appropriate target audiences.

 Deliver suicide awareness training to youth and young adults.

 Assist in the development of the postvention plan, delivery of postvention education, and provision of postvention consultations. (Postvention is the care of those impacted by a suicide death)

 Presentations to professional and community groups.

 Assistance in developing other educational materials.

 Assist in the dissemination of regional mental health resource directories, youth wallet cards, posters, magnets, and other materials to promote access to care and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number, and other social marketing components.

 Provision of general information and education about suicide prevention to targeted groups.

 Collaboration and networking with existing professional conferences, trainings, and inservices to provide youth suicide prevention workshops.

 Preparation of reports and required paperwork as needed by the Project Coordinator.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in mental health or a related therapeutic field. Five (5) years experience in training required. Five (5) years experience in the provision of clinical services required. Clinical licensure preferred. Grief counseling experience desired.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and strong personal computer skills

 Ability to demonstrate understanding of a variety of models and theories of services for youth at risk for suicide, youth with mental illness, and related issues

 Excellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks

 Creative problem-solving skills

 Demonstrated ability in writing and public speaking

Personal Qualities:

 Must be self-motivated

 Must work well with team members

 Value cultural differences

 Display a genuine interest in working with at-risk youth as well as adult who want to make an impact in the lives of children

 Must also possess a high regard for confidentiality and the ability to accept supervision in a professional manner

 Demonstrated strong work ethic

 Dependable, prompt & flexible

Travel:

Based in Nashville – Must have a valid driver’s license and be available for statewide travel 65% of the time, to include frequent trips requiring overnight lodging. Travel credit card provided.

Salary Range:

$34,000 - $42,000 salary is commensurate with education and relevant experience

Benefits:

Excellent benefits package to include health, life, dental and retirement.

Work Schedule:

Full-time 100% effort of 37.5 hours/week.

Other:

Successful candidate will pass national background check.

MHAMT is an equal opportunity employer.

This position is subject to the availability of Federal grant funds.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, contact information for three references and date of availability. Applicants who fail to provide all of these items will not be considered.

Electronic submission is preferred.

Apply via email: SMiller@mhamt.org (preferred)

Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee, 295 Plus Park Blvd. Suite 201, Nashville, TN 37217

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Resumes will be accepted until August 15th. Interviews will begin immediately.

Assistant or Associate Professor of Counseling

Posted: 04/14/11

Position Announcement

Division of Graduate Counseling

Indiana Wesleyan University

The Division of Graduate Counseling at Indiana Wesleyan University invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Counseling. Job responsibilities include serving as Coordinator for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program, teach courses within the CMHC specialization counseling core, advising and mentoring students within the CMHC program, and assigned divisional and university committees, as well as core counseling. Openness to teaching at both the Marion, IN and Indianapolis, IN campuses is preferred.Annual teaching load is 21 semester hours, with the option of teaching a summer overload courses. Faculty research and participation/leadership in state and national professional organizations are encouraged and supported by the division and university. The Division of Graduate Counseling offers programs in Addictions Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling (MFT/C), School Counseling (SC), and Student Development Counseling and Administration. The CMHC, MFT/C, and SC programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The mission of Indiana Wesleyan University is to be a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world by developing students in character, scholarship, and leadership.

The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate in Counselor Education or a closely related discipline. Graduation from a CACREP-approved program is preferred. Candidates should have appropriate credentials in the Counseling profession and be eligible of licensure as an LMHC in Indiana. Professional identity with the counseling profession is required. Experience in teaching and supervision is essential. Successful candidates will show evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ, comfort with the Wesleyan-Arminian theological perspective, and be committed to the integration of Christian faith in teaching and practice. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.

This position begins August 15, 2011. The screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Submit a letter of interest and all curriculum vita to Dr. James O. Fuller, Graduate Dean, Indiana Wesleyan University (jim.fuller@indwes.edu). Application forms can be accessed on the IWU Human Resources webpage. Please direct any inquiries regarding this position to Mark S. Gerig, Ph.D., LMHC, Chair, Division of Graduate Counseling (765.677.2195 or mark.gerig@indwes.edu).

Mark S. Gerig, Ph.D., LMHC

Chair, Division of Graduate Counseling

Indiana Wesleyan University

1900 West 50th Street

Marion, Indiana 46953

Nashville Cares

Posted: 03/25/11

Nashville CARES seeks qualified candidates to fill the position of Mental Health Specialist. The position requires the successful candidate to possess quality clinical skills as well as a personal and/or professional passion that complement the agency’s mission to “promote and participate in a comprehensive and compassionate response to HIV/AIDS through education, advocacy, and supportive services”.

Please send a copy of your resume and cover letter (including wage requirements) by 4/15/11 to: Brandon Brown; 501 Brick Church Park Drive; Nashville, TN 37207; or Fax to 615-467-6762; or e-mail to bbrown@nashvillecares.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Nashville CARES is an equal provider of services and an equal opportunity employer —

Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

TITLE:Mental Health Specialist

POSITION:Full Time Regular Exempt

SUPERVISOR:Director of Emotional & Practical Support

Summary:

The Mental Health Specialist provides a comprehensive range of individual, couple, family and group counseling as well as linkages to education, early intervention, and case management and/or ancillary services for people living with HIV/AIDS and mental health needs. Vital to the success of individual, program, and agency goals, the Mental Health Specialist should also posses the skills and resources necessary to appropriately market Therapeutic Support Services to internal and external partners as well as consumers.

Specific Responsibilities:

CLINICAL DUTIES:

1.Provide a full range of mental health services to clients, family, significant others and persons affected by HIV/AIDS both on and off-site. Duties include interviewing, assessment, treatment planning and individual, group, couples and family counseling, group facilitation, and crisis intervention.

2.Provide services consistent with a community counseling model, including: education/prevention, outreach, advocacy, and consultation.

3.Maintain work consistent with quality standards established by the department and/or agency and in compliance with state licensure and funding regulations.

4.Complete required documentation for individual and program services according to policy and procedure.

5.Participate in weekly clinical case presentation/staffing for Therapeutic Support clients.

6.Engage in regular individual clinical supervision

GENERAL DUTIES:

1.Adhere to agency, department and team policies and procedures

2.Participate in agency, department and team meetings and events, collection of data/information, and Continuous Quality Improvement strategies.

3.Perform other duties as designated by supervisor or agency

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1.Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or marriage/family therapy

2.Licensed driver with clean DMV record and valid collision and liability insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1.State of Tennessee clinical licensure or eligible through active pursuit of license.

2.Two (2) years clinical experience.

3.Clinical experiences in the following issue areas: HIV/AIDS, co-occurring disorders, GLBTQI, homelessness, grief/loss, trauma, and crisis intervention.

4.Fluency in Spanish speaking and writing skills.

Skyline Medical, Madison Campus

Posted: 03/25/11

Need a Drug and Alcohol Counselor for their inpatient unit and outpatient services.  Needs to be LADAC.

Contact:

Nan Casey, LADAC, QCS

Manager for Outpatient Services

Skyline Madison Campus

500 Hospital Drive

Madison, TN 37115

nan.casey@hcahealthcare.com

Phone: 615-769-5470

Fax: 615-769-5474

Cell: 615-866-7727

Faculty member position/ Fresno Pacific University

Posted: 03/08/11

Faculty member position at Fresno Pacific University begins fall 2012.  If interested send vitae to David Rose, PhD at David.Rose@Fresno.edu

Psychomatrist

Posted: 03/04/11

Someone needed to administer psychological and neuropsychological test in a forensic evaluation clinic in the Greenhills area of Nashville. Part-time position, 20-30 hours/week. Must have their masters in psychology and be certified or licensed as a Psychological assistant or Psychological examiner.  Will train the right person. Contact Dr. James Walker for more information at 615-478-7130 or JamesWalker@neuroforensic.com

 

Assistant/Associate Professor of Counselor Education

Posted: 01/14/11

North Carolina State University

Assistant/Associate Professor of Counselor Education

We invite applications & nominations for a tenure-line position, assistant/associate professor rank. The research extensive environment at NC State University welcomes candidates with the potential for sustained excellence in research & teaching. Area of expertise in counselor education or closely related disciplines, with a focus on school counseling is preferred. Rank and salary are contingent upon qualifications.


Through our Scientist-Practitioner School-College-Community Collaboration (SC3) Model, we train culturally competent counselors and counselor educators to work collaboratively across settings.


To apply, visit http://jobs.ncsu.edu, search for position number 102040 or you  may click on this quick link http://jobs.ncsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=89347


For a comprehensive job description, visit http://ced.ncsu.edu/jobs.php


Application review begins January 3, 2011, & will continue until the position is filled.


AA/EOE. NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.

 

 

Director, Cumberland University Counseling Center

Posted: 01/14/11

Director, Cumberland University Counseling Center

Cumberland University is accepting applications for the Director of the University Counseling Center.  This full-time position will report to the Dean of Students within the Division of Student Affairs. 

Position Description
Supervise the overall operations of the University Counseling Center and provides leadership and vision for the Center.  Responsibilities include the management of all administrative, personnel, and financial responsibilities of the center. Provide counseling services to the university community.  Provide strategic planning, risk management, and outcome assessment of the center's programs and mental health services. Maintain center policy and procedures and revise as needed.  Provide psycho-educational programming and consultation services on campus.  Maintain open lines of communication by committee memberships as well as partnering with other functional areas within Student Affairs, academic units across the University, and area hospitals to provide services to students.

Minimum Qualifications
Licensure as a LPC-MHSP or LCSW is required. Doctorate and licensed in counseling, psychology, or social work preferred.  5 years experience required.  Salary is commensurate with experience. 

Candidates must be able to exercise excellent judgment and ability to analyze complex scenarios when dealing with multifaceted mental health and emergency situations. Candidates should possess knowledge of effective counseling and career development practices, strong organizational skills, proficiency in computer applications, the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work, and have the ability to multi-task.

University Description
Cumberland University
is a private, independent, coeducational, liberal arts institution with five academic schools, three graduate degree programs and a non-credit Continuing Education Program.  Cumberland University is located in Lebanon, Tennessee, 30 miles east of Nashville.  Founded in 1842, Cumberland University offers a variety of educational, athletic, and social experiences to enhance the learning opportunities of the current student body. In the fall of 2009, 1,355 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over thirty majors.

Resumes may be submitted to searchcommittee@cumberland.edu.  If you desire, you may also send a hard copy to:

Vickie Rickard
Director of Human Resources
Cumberland University

One Cumberland Square
Lebanon, TN  37087

Comprehensive Child and Family Treatment

Posted: 01/14/11

In-Home Services for TennCare

 

Recipients from:

 

HealthConnect America

 

(HCA)

 

 

 

Comprehensive Child and Family Treatment services are high-intensity, time-limited, goal-specific services designed to provide stabilization and deter the ‘imminent’ risk of State custody for the child/youth. CCFT services concentrate on child/family/guardian behaviors and interactions with the goal of reaching an appropriate point of stabilization so the individual can be transitioned to a less intensive outpatient service. CCFT services can be provided in home, community, or office-based settings using a frequency appropriate for the intensity and imminent risk presented by the clinical situation

CCFT services can include therapeutic and/or skills training interventions that support improved functioning of the child/youth and the family unit so the imminent crises are averted. Services are designed to utilize and foster individual and family strengths and utilization of community supports.

 

All of the following critieria are necessary for admission to this level of care:

 

1. The individual demonstrates symptoms consistent with a covered DSM-IV diagnosis.

 

2. The individual’s clinical status is serious enough to jeopardize the community placement but is not severe enough to require a more intensive level of care.

 

3. The individual and family voluntarily consent to treatment with these services.

 

4. Traditional outpatient services do not sufficiently meet the family's needs.

 

 

Please contact Trista Adams, Program Coordinator, at 731-668-7593 for further information or to see if your client qualifies. Fax the referral form to us at 731-660-7512. (Any additional records that you can send with the referral are helpful to expedite the approval process.)