Staff Counselor/Senior Staff Counselor, UNLV Student Wellness, Student Counseling and Psycholog[...]

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Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Staff Counselor/Senior Staff Counselor , UNLV Student Wellness, Student Counseling and Psychology [R0153253] ROLE of the POSITION Student Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) is an IACS-Accredited center within the Student Wellness unit, which includes the departments of health center, Care center, wellness education and health promotion, disability resource center, military and veteran services, and the office of student rights and responsibilities. This Staff Counselor/Senior Staff Counselor role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, integrated service model dedicated to serving a diverse student population. This is a full-time, 12-month position. General responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, time-effective individual, couples, and group therapy; crisis assessment and intervention; consultation, and outreach programming to the university community; supervision of trainees (e.g. doctoral interns, graduate trainees, & psychiatric residents); and participation on unit, divisional, and university committees. UNLV holds prestigious designations as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), Title V- Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), and Title III- Asian American and Native American, Pacific Islander- Serving Institution (AANAPISI). We have been consistently ranked in the top 5 among the nation’s most ethnically diverse college campuses. We are seeking candidates who embrace cultural humility and equity, with experience working across diverse identities, including but not limited to race, gender identity, sexuality, and ability status. In addition to our strong service model, CAPS maintains an APA-Accredited Doctoral Psychology Internship Program and an active practicum training program, offering enriching opportunities for professional growth and development. Minimum Qualifications Staff Counselor: This position requires a master’s degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Couple and Family Therapy or closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university and one year of related professional experience. Demonstrated experience and training in generalist counseling is required. Licensure for independent practice as a generalist (e.g. LCSW, LPCP, LMFT) is required and Nevada licensure for independent practice is required prior to the start of employment. Senior Staff Counselor Senior Staff Counselor: This position requires all minimum qualifications of the Staff Counselor and 5 years of licensed, independent related clinical work experience. Successful candidates will have strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills, demonstrated skills in supervision and training, and experience in brief therapy and group counseling. Experience and competency in working with culturally diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. A desire to work in a collaborative setting and excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. The current vacancy is for a generalist; however professional experience working in a university counseling center and/or experience with the treatment of eating disorders is preferred. All candidates must pass a background screening. Occasional evening/weekend activities required. Employees of the UNLV Student Wellness Center must be in compliance with the Student Wellness Center Employee Exposure to Communicable Disease (Prevention of) Policy. Any questions regarding this policy may be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. SALARY Salary Ranges Staff Counselor- $76,6490- $84,518 Senior Staff Counselor: $87,801-$93,637 Benefits Of Working At Unlv Competitive total rewards package including: Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents PERKS & PROGRAMS Employee recognition and appreciation programs UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants — View email address on click.appcast.io or visit our Veterans Webpage. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0153253” in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us online at: EEO/AA STATEMENT The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. TITLE IX STATEMENT The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io; Email: View email address on click.appcast.io, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io FAX: View phone number on click.appcast.io; TDD: View phone number on click.appcast.io; Email: View email address on click.appcast.io; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage. SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. JOB CATEGORY Administrative Faculty Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent 100.0% Required Attachment(s) Resume, cover letter, three professional references Posting Close Date 06/30/2027 Note to Applicant This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. 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