Counselor, Intern Supervisor

Counselor, Intern Supervisor Nampa - Staff

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Opened: May 19 2026 MST

Anticipated Close Date: Jun 15 2026 MST

Reports To:

Assistant Director, Counseling and Wellness Services

Position Status:

Full-Time

Posted Pay Range:

$60,678.00 - $75,848.00

TheCounselor – Intern Supervisorplays a vital role in advancing student well-being at College of Western Idaho by providing compassionate, student-centered counseling services while leading the Counseling and Wellness Services intern program. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Counseling and Wellness Services, this position combines direct clinical care with supervision and mentorship of master’s-level counseling interns. The ideal candidate is passionate about student mental health, crisis support, professional development, and building strong partnerships that strengthen access to counseling resources across campus and the community.

This role supports students’ personal, social, academic, and career success through short-term counseling, crisis intervention, outreach, consultation, and referrals, while fostering a high-quality training experience for emerging counseling professionals.

Why Join CWI?

At the College of Western Idaho (CWI), you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued, and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.

Responsibilities:

Deliver Student-Centered Counseling & Crisis Support

• Provide short-term individual and group counseling to support students’ personal, academic, and emotional well-being.

• Maintain and manage an active caseload, balancing ongoing support needs with urgent or crisis situations.

• Conduct crisis intervention, assessment, and referrals to appropriate campus or community resources.

• Support students referred through CARE and coordinate resource navigation to address complex needs.

Lead & Supervise the Counseling Intern Program

• Manage all aspects of the counseling intern program, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and evaluation.

• Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and constructive feedback to master’s-level counseling interns.

• Build and maintain partnerships with colleges and universities offering counseling-related graduate programs.

• Ensure supervision practices align with Idaho licensure standards, ethical guidelines, and professional best practices.

Advance Campus Wellness Through Outreach & Consultation

• Develop and facilitate outreach programs, workshops, and wellness trainings tailored to student needs.

• Consult with faculty, staff, and students regarding mental health concerns and student support strategies.

• Strengthen partnerships within the college and broader community to enhance student access to resources and services.

• Participate in committees and collaborative initiatives that advance student wellness and institutional goals.

Uphold Professional Excellence & Institutional Values

• Maintain compliance with professional ethical standards, state laws, and counseling best practices.

• Model professionalism, integrity, and student-centered service in all interactions.

• Support operational needs, including occasional evening/weekend programming and local travel between campuses.

• Contribute to team and departmental success through additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed in the State of Idaho to independently practice as clinical counselor (LCPC/LCSW)

• Approved (or eligible to be approved) clinical supervisor in the State of Idaho

• Experience providing clinical supervision to pre-license or licensed counselors

• Four years of experience working in social services or in a similar position within education

• Experience with mental health provision in a post-secondary setting, preferred.

• Experience in crisis intervention and assessment.

• Strong interpersonal and writing skills.

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits:

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• Retirement plans with employer contribution of over11%

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts (

• Employer-paidlife insuranceandshort- and long-term disability insurance

• Eleven paid holidays per year (faculty may vary)

• Generous vacation and sick leave

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition discounton classes at CWI and other colleges

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.