POSITION DESCRIPTION
Embedded Counselor for International Student and Scholar Support (ISSS)
The Embedded Counselor for International Student and Scholar Support (ISSS) serves as the primary therapist and consultant for the ISSS office. The mission of International Student and Scholar Support is to offer support to nonimmigrant international students and institutional stakeholders on matters of immigration compliance and cross-culture adjustment to support academic success. The goal of the integrated model is to increase support of all USC students’ mental health and wellness via direct, local service delivery, including clinical, consultation, and prevention services targeting low and high-risk needs including developmental issues and diagnosable illnesses. This individual will work collaboratively with the clinical team, outreach and engagement team, and case management team to coordinate care and offer a wide range of services. The Embedded Counselor is housed within the ISSS office and spends the majority of their time providing clinical, outreach, and consultation services to this particular student group. The Embedded Counselor is a member of the Counseling and Psychiatry department. They will participate in all CAP related meetings and part of their caseload may include domestic students. The Embedded Counselor reports directly to the Associate Director of Integrated Services. This position is considered essential personnel.
Primary Duties:
- Participate in outreach and engagement duties
- Provide direct clinical services to the international community
- Opportunities to supervise graduate students
Perks:
· Benefits you will not find elsewhere! ( paid tuition, state benefits, state retirement, and more!)
· An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment
· Opportunities for professional development.