Employee Assistant Program Counselor 2

The person in this position provides direct services including assessment and counseling; provides referrals and education to OSU staff, faculty and their dependents; interacts with departments and colleges requesting assistance or recommendations regarding various problems and issues; serves on panels and committees to improve The Ohio State University's workplace environment. responds to requests for services to individuals or groups presenting with personal or work related issues; uses brief solution-focused assessment and counseling to assist clients; responsibilities include assessment, triage, referral, crisis intervention, consultation, mediation, training and group education; operates as part of integrated health care team that is component of benefit package for University employees and their dependents; manages data collection/report generation; position based on main campus and includes travel to regional campuses. Works with programs such as: Crisis Assessment Team, College of Social Work, Fitness for Duty, Employee Health, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

Master's Degree or equivalent education/experience; Current Independent Ohio counseling licensure or Equivalent LISW, LPCC, MFT (Marital and Family Therapist); Proficient at Microsoft Office Suite; EAP counseling and general composition

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong customer service, interpersonal, conflict resolution, problem solving, presentation skills and program planning skills; strong technology skills; ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization; ability to work independently on assigned projects; ability to analyze and interpret data and organize data into actionable process improvements required. Experience with health plan policies and medical terminology required.

Ongoing: Maintains knowledge of The Ohio State University Health Plan's policies and procedures and functions within those guidelines; maintains positive member and colleague relations; maintains working knowledge of technology tools.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include

• An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.

• Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.

• Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.

• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

• And much more!