Clinical Social Worker / Professional Counselor

Clinical Social Worker / Professional Counselor page is loaded## Clinical Social Worker / Professional Counselorlocations: Student Health Center (C&l Infirmary) Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 6, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R00107718## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Clinical Social Worker / Professional Counselor## Position Type:Professional / Unclassified## Department:LSUAM AA - SA - H&WB - SHC - MHS - Licensed Professional Counselors (Lorraine Hebert-Palmer (00256085))## Work Location:Student Health Center (C&l Infirmary) Building## Pay Grade:Professional## Job Description:Reporting to the Assistant Director of Mental Health Service (MHS) in the Student Health Center (SHC), this position offers clinical mental health treatment and services tailored to the unique needs of LSU students. The counselor functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team consisting of clinical/counseling psychologists, clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors. The counselor should have a deep appreciation for the integrated care model, collaborating with other units in the Student Health Center including Medical Clinic, Wellness and Student Support, and Lighthouse Program teams. In addition, the clinician should be committed to advancing the Student Affairs Divisional priorities, and cultivating a working relationship with Our Lady of the Lake.**Job Responsibilities:****Direct Service - 65%** Provide individual, couple, and group psychotherapy, using best practices appropriate for a university setting, both in-person and through telehealth with an emphasis on a brief model of psychotherapy. Conduct initial assessment services including walk-in, crisis intervention, intake for treatment, and referral of students to community and campus resources. Provide mental health consultation to faculty, staff and parents to help them address the needs of their students in distress.**Collaborative Care/Intern Supervision - 15%** Carry out caseload management responsibilities, consult with fellow providers in SHC as needed for peer review and collaborative care practices. Attend all MHS staff meetings and other SHC meetings as requested. Provide training to interns at MHS through didactic seminars, consultation, and direct supervision as needed. Provide outreach and presentations to the campus as needed.**Documentation and Quality Improvement - 15%** Carry out administrative responsibilities including documentation, appointment scheduling, community referral follow-up in keeping with departmental policies and professional standards. Participate in annual quality improvement studies, chart reviews, and required annual training for the center.**Other Duties - 5%** Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director and Director of Mental Health Service. This includes but is not limited to efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including engaging in in-service opportunities for the division, and other special projects. **Minimum Qualifications:*** Master's degree in Social Work or Clinical Mental Health Counseling from an accredited graduate program.* Three years of post Master's clinical work experience in the practice of social work or counseling.* One year clinical work experience in an outpatient multidisciplinary mental health service setting.**Minimum Certifications/Licenses:*** LCSW licensed by the LA Board of Social Work Examiners OR* LPC or LMFT by the LA Board of Licensed Professional Counselors* Must be able to show proof of license.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Clinical experience working in an integrated healthcare setting.* Clinical experience working with a young adult population.* Experience in crisis assessment and intervention.**Preferred Certifications/Licenses:*** Certification to be a clinical supervisor (BACS, LPC-S, etc).**Additional Requirements/Expectations:**Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy 67.In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure.Ability and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends.## Additional Job Description:## Special Instructions:Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter; resume or curriculum vitae; the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references; official transcripts; and copy of license to practice. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Mitzi Trentacoste at View phone number on click.appcast.io.## Posting Date:April 8, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):August 6, 2026## Additional Position Information:**Background Check -** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.**Benefits -** LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.## Essential Position (Y/N):Y## LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.## HCM Contact Information:For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. 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