Counselor, Counseling Services

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Lorman, MS
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Number: FY202600025
Department: Counseling Services
Opening Date: 01/28/2026


Job Title


Counselor, Counseling Services

Essential Job Functions

• Provides individual, group, and crisis counseling services to students presenting with personal, academic, emotional, and mental health concerns.
• Conducts assessments, intakes, evaluations, and treatment planning using evidence-based counseling practices.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, university policy, and state licensure requirements.
• Responds to mental health crises and participates in on-call or emergency response protocols as assigned.
• Provides referrals to campus and community resources as appropriate.
• Develops and delivers outreach, prevention, and psychoeducational programming for students, faculty, and staff.
• Consults with faculty, staff, and administrators regarding student concerns while maintaining confidentiality standards.
• Participates in case management, multidisciplinary teams, and coordination of care.
• Complies with ethical standards established by professional counseling associations and the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors.
• Engages in continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and competency.

• Performs other related duties assigned in support of Counseling Services and the university mission.
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or Social Work, from an accredited institution.
• Licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• 3 years of relevant clinical counseling experience

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must hold a licensure recognized by the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors or Social Workers within the timeframe required by the university.
• Must maintain active licensure and required continuing education throughout employment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of counseling theories, clinical practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, risk assessment, and referral procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
• Skill in maintaining accurate clinical documentation and electronic records.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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