Embedded Counselor - College of Sciences

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University seeks an Embedded Counselor within the College of Sciences to provide professional individual and group counseling to students, with outreach and consultation to faculty and staff. The role is positioned within the Counseling Services and serves students in the college, building relationships and understanding their unique needs.

Qualifications include a Master's degree (doctorate preferred) in psychology, counseling, or social work, licensure as required by NC law, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; doctorate preferred in psychology, counseling, or clinical social work.
• Must meet state licensure requirements for mental health discipline.
• Experience in college/university counseling center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling of NC State students/clients; psychological assessment; crisis counseling; academic and vocational counseling.
• Develop and participate in outreach programming and hold drop-in spaces.
• Consult with faculty, staff, parents, and others.

Skills

Cultural competence

Clinical skills

Crisis management

Education

Master's degree; Doctorate preferred in psychology, counseling, or clinical social work

Job description

Posting Number

PG194992EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Embedded Counselor - College of Sciences

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience and education.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8AM-5PM

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Counseling Services

About the Department

The Division of Academic and Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State.

NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here. The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.

The Counseling Center assists NC State students experiencing personal, academic or vocational problems. The goal of the Counseling Center is to provide students with professional counseling services and outreach to help them cope with issues that may impede successful academic performance. The Counseling Center also offers crisis intervention and psychological/psychiatric assessment, as well as consultation with others who have concerns about the mental/emotional state of NC State students. Our services are primarily short-term in nature and we make referrals to other helping professionals and community agencies as appropriate.Members of the counseling center commit to:

• A nurturing, supportive Community
• A commitment to cultural humility
• Holding ourselves and each other accountable
• Embracing compassion in all situations
• Using evidenced-based quality of care

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

This position will provide professional individual and group counselingservices and outreach to NC State students as well as consultation toUniversity administrators, staff and others who have concerns about themental/emotional status of NC State students. The staff member will be embedded within the academic college to primarily serve students of thatcollege, consult and build relationships with faculty and gain anunderstanding of the unique needs of the population served.

This position will assist in all areas of Counseling Center functioningincluding:

• Provide individual and group counseling of NC State students/clients (personal, academic, and vocational assessment and counseling); psychological assessment; developmental and crisis counseling; couples counseling; evaluation of students for withdrawal from the University
• Develop and participate in outreach programming, hold let’s talk drop in spaces
• Consult with faculty staff, parents, and others
• Provide evaluations and recommendations regarding students with academic and conduct problems
• Participate in after hours “on call” and possible evening office hours
• General administrative responsibilities

Other Responsibilities

• This position may involve participation in supervision/training of graduate students and program evaluation; all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master’s degree required and a doctorate preferred in psychology, counseling, or clinical social work or closely-related field.

Appropriate licensure must be obtained/maintained according to NC laws.

Other Required Qualifications

• Established commitment to culturally informed and responsive services.
• Demonstrated clinical skills.
• Experience in handling crisis situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a college/university counseling center.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a large mental health services agency.
• Previous work with electronic records and scheduling, preferably Titanium.
• Experience in risk assessment.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Must meet all state law requirements for licensure in mental health discipline

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

10/26/2026

Anticipated Close Date

Open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Number

00110939

Position Type

EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Department ID

244020 - Counseling Services

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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