Director of Counseling Services

Wayland Baptist University Inc; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayland Baptist University in Lubbock, TX, seeks a Director of Counseling Services to lead the university’s counseling center on-site. The role oversees operations, delivers individual/group counseling, crisis intervention, and assessments for a diverse student population.

The director will supervise staff/interns, coordinate clinical supervision, and develop programs that promote emotional well-being, resilience, and academic success, while collaborating with faculty and administrators to align

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Student Counseling and Psychology, with the ability to address a wide range of academic, personal, and social concerns.
• Experience in Clinical Supervision, including mentoring, overseeing casework, and supporting professional development of counseling staff or interns.
• Proven ability in Program Development and Mental Health initiatives, such as workshops, outreach, and prevention programs that support student wellness.
• Relevant advanced degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field; licensure or eligibility for licensure as a mental health professional in Texas is strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the capacity to work collaboratively in a faith-informed academic environment and maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Previous leadership experience in a university or educational counseling setting and familiarity with best practices in college student mental health are highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations of the university's counseling center and ensure service delivery aligns with professional and institutional standards.
• Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health assessments for a diverse student population.
• Supervise counseling staff or interns and coordinate clinical supervision and staff development.
• Develop programs that promote emotional well-being, resilience, and academic success.
• Collaborate with faculty, student services, and administrators to integrate counseling initiatives into broader student support efforts.
• Maintain accurate records and reports to support compliance and program evaluation.

Job description

Wayland Baptist University is a private, Christian institution dedicated to providing an academically challenging, learning-focused environment that prepares students for professional success and service to God and humankind. The university integrates faith and learning, emphasizing ethical leadership, personal growth, and community engagement. Wayland serves a diverse student population across multiple campus locations, including its main campus in Plainview, TX, and sites in Amarillo, Lubbock, San Antonio, and Wichita Falls, TX, as well as Anchorage and Fairbanks, AK, Phoenix, Tucson, and Sierra Vista, AZ, and Kapolei, HI. Faculty and staff are part of a mission-driven community that values collaboration, service, and student-centered support.

Role Description

The Director of Counseling Services is a full-time, on-site role located in Lubbock, TX, responsible for leading and managing the university’s counseling services for students. This position oversees daily operations of the counseling center, including scheduling, service delivery, and compliance with professional and institutional standards. The director provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health assessments, while ensuring services are accessible and responsive to a diverse student population. The role includes supervising counseling staff or interns, coordinating clinical supervision, and developing programs that promote emotional well-being, resilience, and academic success. The director collaborates with faculty, student services, and administrators to integrate counseling initiatives into broader student support efforts and to maintain accurate records and reports.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Student Counseling and Psychology, with the ability to address a wide range of academic, personal, and social concerns.
• Experience in Clinical Supervision, including mentoring, overseeing casework, and supporting professional development of counseling staff or interns.
• Proven ability in Program Development and Mental Health initiatives, such as workshops, outreach, and prevention programs that support student wellness.
• Relevant advanced degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field; licensure or eligibility for licensure as a mental health professional in Texas is strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the capacity to work collaboratively in a faith-informed academic environment and maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Previous leadership experience in a university or educational counseling setting and familiarity with best practices in college student mental health are highly beneficial.