Staff Counselor

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information


Business Title
Staff Counselor


Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public


Special Instructions to Applicants


Please complete the online application and be prepared to upload the following required documents:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of at least three professional references with current contact information

This is a 9-month Position. Expected to work between August 16 and May 15 each year.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.


Posting Number
2016537T


Job Description Summary

Department Summary


This is a 9 month generalist counselor position responsible for providing mental health services to student clients at Counseling and Psychological Services, including after-hours emergency, supervising Master's level graduate interns in Counselor Education and Social Work, and engaging in outreach programming.

• Provide individual, couple and group counseling, conduct initial intake and triage assessments and psycho-diagnostic assessments, crisis interventions, and after-hours' response.
• Supervise and evaluate clinical work of doctoral and/or masters interns and trainees.
• Attend weekly clinical and staff meetings and participate in committees within and outside the center.
• Complete clinical documentation and clinical preparation; perform administrative duties as assigned by the director.

Position Profile


Provides mental health care and education to students and the University community. May provide services in a specialized area. Provides triage, intervention, and crisis support services.Provides individual and group therapy. Collaborates with other medical personnel concerning patient care. Coordinates and/or participates in community outreach programs.

Level Summary


Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities


Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.

Fiscal Responsibilities


May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.

Problem Solving


Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.

Independence of Action


Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.

Communication and Collaboration


Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements


This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications


Requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience. Healthcare professionals must hold, or be eligible for, appropriate licensure as required by position.

Preferred Qualifications


A Master's degree from an accredited Counseling, Social Work or Psychology programs. Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Ohio.

Department
Counseling and Psych Services


Pay Rate


Pay is commensurate with the candidate's education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position. Pay is accompanied by Ohio University's generous benefits package, which includes:

• Free tuition for employees and dependents
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including health, prescription, vision, dental, orthodontia, and life insurance
• An excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution
• Wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a robust employee assistance program
• Paid parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more

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Pay Grade
18


Pay Range
$58,972.00-$98,125.00


FLSA Status
Exempt


Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment


Employment Type
full-time regular


Job Family
Health Services


Job Sub Family
Counseling/Psychology


Job Level
IC3


Job Open Date
10/07/2026


Posting End Date
10/25/2026


Planning Unit
Vice President for Student Life


Work Schedule


M-F 8-5; some evening and weekend hours are required to address university wide requests. Be part of the rotation to carry crisis phone 3 to 4 weeks a year and be able to respond in person within 30 minutes at the Athens Campus.

Months
9 month


Campus
Athens, Ohio


Expected hours worked per week

Expected duration of assignment

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Paul Castelino, View email address on click.appcast.io


Non-Discrimination Statement


Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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