Temporary Wellness Counselor and Outreach Specialist

*Southwestern** University* has an immediate opening for a Temporary
Wellness Counselor and Outreach Specialist in the Counseling, Health
Services, and Diversity Education Department. This is a temporary
full-time position from January 2010-May 2010 with no benefits. This
position reports to the Director of Counseling, Health, and Diversity
Education. This position will provide wellness outreach services for the
campus community in such areas as alcohol and other drug education,
sexual assault risk reduction, eating disorder prevention, and sexual
health. This position also provides assessment and counseling for
students who are experiencing difficulties related to these areas.

*Responsibilities*: Develop, implement and evaluate educational outreach
projects related to wellness areas such as alcohol and other drug
education, etc.; select, train and supervise volunteer peer educators to
assist with wellness outreach projects; coordinate wellness outreach
projects with student organizations interested in supporting these
projects; assess and counsel students who are experiencing difficulties
in wellness-related areas, including students referred from the SU
judicial system as a result of disciplinary infractions related to
alcohol and/or drug use.

*Qualifications:* A masters degree in counseling, one year of work
experience in student affairs in a college or university setting,
demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and student
organizations on developmental and preventive outreach projects,
knowledge of diversity as it relates to wellness counseling and
outreach, knowledge of basic statistics and research methods, and
demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a
team. Candidates must also possess excellent interpersonal communication
skills and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals from all
constituencies within the University community to support student success.

*Southwestern** University** *is a selective, undergraduate institution
committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts
education. The University�s endowment ranks among the highest per
student of undergraduate institutions in the country. Located in
Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of Austin, Southwestern is affiliated
with The United Methodist Church. Southwestern University is deeply
committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially
encourages applications from members of groups traditionally
under-represented in academia. For information concerning the
University, visit our web site at www.southwestern.edu
<http://www.southwestern.edu/>.

*To apply:* Interested persons may submit a letter of interest, resume,
the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references,
and salary history and expectation to: Temporary Wellness Counselor and
Outreach Specialist, Position #370, Southwestern University, Office of
Human Resources, P.O. Box 770, Georgetown, TX, 78627-0770, or e-mail to
hrjobs@southwestern.edu
<mailto:hrjobs@southwestern.edu<hrjobs@southwestern.edu>>
or FAX:
512-863-1880. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on
successful completion of the University�s Background Check Policy
process. Southwestern University is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F

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Judy Sonnenberg, Psy.D.
Director Counseling & Health Services
Southwestern University
P.O. Box 770
Georgetown, TX 78626-0770
Office: 512-863-1252
Fax: 512-863-1310