Professional Counselor II or III

Texas A&M University - San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-San Antonio seeks a Professional Counselor II or III to provide confidential mental health counseling to enrolled students. The role includes individual, group, and couples therapy, assessments, crisis intervention, and coordination of services within the Student Counseling Center.

The position requires a Master’s degree and Texas licensure (LPC/LMFT/LCSW) with supervised clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in counseling-related field.
• Active Texas LPC/LMFT/LCSW licensure required or able to obtain.
• Experience in college counseling center or related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and couples therapy.
• Conduct assessments, outreach, and crisis intervention.
• Coordinate counseling services and develop programs.
• Supervise graduate trainees or staff as assigned.
• Assist with front desk coverage and scheduling.

Skills

Multitasking

Crisis intervention

Case management

Interpersonal communication

Counseling

Training and supervision

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance, Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field

Texas LPC/LMFT/LCSW licensure (Active)

Tools

SCC case management system

Job description

Job Title: Professional Counselor II or III

Agency: Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department: Student Engagement

Proposed Minimum Salary: $4,708.34 monthly

Job Location: San Antonio, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

Job Description

Under general supervision, this position provides professional mental health counseling (individual, group, and couples therapy), assessment, outreach, case management, and crisis intervention services to currently enrolled Texas A&M San Antonio students. In addition to providing training seminars and professional expertise, the position may supervise assigned staff or graduate-level student-interns. Assists in the coordination of counseling services, programs, and development of new programs.

Salary: $56,500, Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

The Professional Counselor, under general supervision of Assistant Director, provides professional mental health counseling (individual, group, and couples therapy), assessment, outreach, case management, and crisis intervention services to currently enrolled Texas A&M University-San Antonio Students. May provide direct supervision to Master’s and/or Doctoral level Graduate Trainees at the Student Counseling Center (SCC) by coordinating orientation, having 1-1 supervision meetings, providing case-consultation, training, and aiding with feedback. Meets ethical obligations for timely documentation of counseling services per State of Texas licensure/BHEC requirements and Counseling and Psychological Services Policies. Engages in counseling related activities including the administration/interpretation of appropriate psychological assessments/inventories, making referrals, and managing various organizational and administrative aspects of counseling cases. Seeks consultation from peers and leadership for difficult clinical cases per State of Texas licensure requirements. Provides Consultation to faculty, staff, students, and parents as applicable. Participates in professional development to meet licensure requirements and increase knowledge of the mental health field. Works alongside SCC staff, and in conjunction with university staff/faculty in development, implementation, and participation of on-campus and off-campus outreach events that may include professional presentations, panel discussions, tabling events, etc. May serve on departmental, division, and/or university committees, and participate in regularly scheduled meetings. Assist with front desk coverage as needed including answering phones and scheduling client appointments.

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance, Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or other specialty related to job function.
• LPC’s must have completed at least 3000 clock hours of post-licensure clinical mental health experience in no less than 18 months of supervision.
• LMFT’s must have completed 3000 clock hours of full-time post-licensure clinical experience in no less than 24 months with 200 hours of supervision.
• LCSW’s must have completed at least one year of supervised clinical experience with 100 hours of supervision and have passed their state board exam.

Preferred Education and Experience

Active full licensure in the state of Texas in mental health as either a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Licensure must be maintained through the duration of employment with the Student Counseling Center. Five (5) years post-licensure clinical mental health experience in college counseling center or other relevant setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Clinical competency in multicultural counseling. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Adherence to the Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct for the relevant Texas State Licensing Board and all relevant laws of the state of Texas.

Licensing / Professional Certification

Texas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Must maintain licensure for continued employment.

Summary of Employee Benefits

Summary of Employee Benefits: www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.