Counselor and Accessibility Services Coordinator

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University seeks a Counselor and Accessibility Services Coordinator to provide therapeutic counseling, promote mental health awareness, and coordinate university accessibility services. The role involves crisis intervention, outreach, and collaboration with faculty and staff to support students’ well-being.

Requirements include a Master’s in a relevant field and active Texas LPC licensure, with 2+ years in direct counseling.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or mental health field is required.
• Licensed in Texas as LPC; other Texas licensure under BHEC may be considered (e.g., LCSW).
• Two years of direct counseling experience with individuals and groups.
• Additional CE in higher education settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual and group therapeutic counseling to students across personal, social, academic, and related areas.
• Consults with faculty and staff regarding student concerns as needed.
• Submits monthly reports of counseling activity.
• Keeps licensure current through CE and ongoing professional development.
• Coordinates all aspects of university accessibility services and related programming.

Skills

Direct counseling experience

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Counselor and Accessibility Services Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Job Title

Job Title Counselor and Accessibility Services Coordinator

Location

Location Alpine

Department

Department Counseling Center

Job No.

Job No. 999774

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/30/2026

End Date

Until Filled Yes

Appointment Date

Required

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related mental health field.
• Currently licensed in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor ( LPC ).
• Other current Texas licensure under the Behavioral Health Executive Council ( BHEC ) umbrella may be considered (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ).
• Two years in providing direct counseling services to individuals and groups.

• Additional CE in areas of concern relevant to higher education environments.
• Licensed Professional Counselor—Supervisor ( LPC -S), Licensed Clinical Social Worker—Supervisor ( LCSW -S), etc.

Primary Responsibilities

Job Summary: Therapeutic counseling, prevention and intervention services, promotion of mental health awareness, coordination of Accessibility Services. Responsibilities may vary from routine counseling services and related activities to crisis intervention and related counseling; mental health awareness presentations, workshops, trainings, and screenings; consultation with faculty and staff; referrals to off campus mental health providers; programming events on campus and/or in the community. Responsible for all aspects of Accessibility Services.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Provides individual and group therapeutic counseling to students in areas of concern such as personal, social, academic, career, and other related areas; case management related to counseling including planning, evaluation and recording of each counseling session.
2. Consults with faculty and staff regarding student concerns as needed or requested.
3. Submits monthly reports of counseling activity.
4. Reads, studies, and researches areas of relevance to counseling and attends trainings for Continuing Education (CE) required to keep Texas licensure current.
5. Program planning, staffing, and evaluation with other departmental staff.
6. Coordinates all aspects of a university accessibility services program.
7. Presents seminars, workshops, trainings, and screenings on mental health awareness to students, staff, faculty, and/or various other groups including orientation sessions, classroom presentations, and residential living professional staff and residential assistants.
8. Assists in planning, coordinating, promoting and evaluating various activities including orientation, mental health awareness, domestic violence awareness, sexual assault awareness, and substance abuse awareness.
9. Attends workshops, training sessions, and conferences on subjects related to responsibilities.
10. Consults with faculty and staff on certain disciplinary, substance abuse and other concerns related to students.

Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.

Expectation of Quality: Employee will support the mission of Sul Ross State University by providing high-quality, professional services, timely responses, and solutions to customer requests.

Key Competencies: (Knowledge Skills and Abilities) Required: Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students of diverse backgrounds, faculty, staff, and administrators. Excellent written and oral communication skills and effective public relations skills. Demonstrated leadership skills. Sensitivity, creativity, and an understanding of persons and their interaction. Preferred: Greater skill levels in above areas. Experience in delivering direct services virtually. Knowledge of Electronic Health Records ( EHR ). Experience in teaching, personnel supervision, and management.

Physical Requirements: This position typically works in an office environment, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while using a computer. The role demands frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Visual acuity is essential for reading and interpreting data on computer screens. Clear verbal communication skills are necessary for interacting with colleagues and employees. Additionally, the job may involve occasional mobility around the office and attending meetings, as well as frequent travel to attend off-site meetings and trainings. Prolonged periods of sitting.

Working Conditions: Usual: Office conditions; exempt from overtime provisions. Position is Security Sensitive. Special: Presentations, trainings, or consultation in other locations on campus, local or nearby communities. Attendance and participation in community meetings and/or events off campus. Occasional evenings and/or weekends.

Supervises: May supervise student employees, graduate students, and/or Licensed Professional Counselor—Associations ( LPC -A) depending on licensure.

Security Sensitive: This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants.

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times. Position is Security Sensitive.

Other Information

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing [e-mail].

About SRSU

Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.

What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.

Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.

From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.

For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Intent
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Letter of Recommendation (2)
• Letter of Recommendation (3)
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3
• Transcript 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you legally authorized to work in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• Will you now or in the future require Sul Ross State University to provide employment visa sponsorship to obtain or maintain your employment eligibility in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• If yes, please indicate the type of employment authorization or visa sponsorship you anticipate needing. (Open Ended Question)