East Tennessee State
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Clinical Counselor
Department Counseling Center - 50760
Pay Grade 5
Job Category Administrative
Job Summary
The Staff Counselor position is a 12-month full-time position that provides mental health services for the East Tennessee State University student population. The Staff Counselor provides clinical services (60-65% of the time) within a stepped care model. The Staff Counselor is also expected to participate in supervision of trainees within the counseling center, overseeing their caseloads, meeting weekly, and participating in trainee seminars on a weekly basis. Additionally, some outreach and prevention programs after hours and in other units on campus may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent grasp of psychopathology, diagnostic systems, risk assessment, and management. Possess a strong work ethic and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to problem solve and respond to complex, urgent situations in a timely manner while exercising sound judgment, discretion, cultural sensitivity, and diplomacy. Have proficiency in oral and written communication skills, public speaking, and leading group presentations and discussions. Ability to effectively and efficiently manage spontaneous work demands, as well as projects that require advanced planning. Ability to professionally interact with and respond to a variety of staft: faculty, students, community partners, and administrators. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Ability to spend a considerable time in the office with clients and at a desk using a computer. Ability to travel to other buildings on the campus. Ability to attend conferences and training sessions locally or out of state. Required Qualifications
Must hold a master's or doctoral degree in an applied mental health field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Psychology) at the time of hire. Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Tennessee within two years of hire. If license-eligible, the Associate license in the state of TN is either in process or completed at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications
Licensed or license-eligible in the state of TN at the time of hire Experience as a clinical supervisor working with Master's Level trainees Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a university counseling center or other multidisciplinary clinic. Demonstrated knowledge and sensitivity to a wide range of multicultural issues, and an ability to fully embrace a diverse campus community Experience/training in treating presenting concerns commonly seen in young adults (sexual assault, trauma, eating and body issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, ADHD, etc.)
Salary MR5
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AS01622P
Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes
Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No
FLSA Status Exempt
Open Date 10/06/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply using this link:
https://fa-evyu-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/434/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share
Position Information
Job Title Clinical Counselor
Department Counseling Center - 50760
Pay Grade 5
Job Category Administrative
Job Summary
The Staff Counselor position is a 12-month full-time position that provides mental health services for the East Tennessee State University student population. The Staff Counselor provides clinical services (60-65% of the time) within a stepped care model. The Staff Counselor is also expected to participate in supervision of trainees within the counseling center, overseeing their caseloads, meeting weekly, and participating in trainee seminars on a weekly basis. Additionally, some outreach and prevention programs after hours and in other units on campus may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent grasp of psychopathology, diagnostic systems, risk assessment, and management. Possess a strong work ethic and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to problem solve and respond to complex, urgent situations in a timely manner while exercising sound judgment, discretion, cultural sensitivity, and diplomacy. Have proficiency in oral and written communication skills, public speaking, and leading group presentations and discussions. Ability to effectively and efficiently manage spontaneous work demands, as well as projects that require advanced planning. Ability to professionally interact with and respond to a variety of staft: faculty, students, community partners, and administrators. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Ability to spend a considerable time in the office with clients and at a desk using a computer. Ability to travel to other buildings on the campus. Ability to attend conferences and training sessions locally or out of state. Required Qualifications
Must hold a master's or doctoral degree in an applied mental health field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Psychology) at the time of hire. Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Tennessee within two years of hire. If license-eligible, the Associate license in the state of TN is either in process or completed at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications
Licensed or license-eligible in the state of TN at the time of hire Experience as a clinical supervisor working with Master's Level trainees Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a university counseling center or other multidisciplinary clinic. Demonstrated knowledge and sensitivity to a wide range of multicultural issues, and an ability to fully embrace a diverse campus community Experience/training in treating presenting concerns commonly seen in young adults (sexual assault, trauma, eating and body issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, ADHD, etc.)
Salary MR5
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AS01622P
Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes
Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No
FLSA Status Exempt
Open Date 10/06/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply using this link:
https://fa-evyu-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/434/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share