Counselor - Whitworth University : Job Details

Counselor Whitworth University Salary: $50,996.40 - $52,119.60 Annually Job Type: Full-Time Staff Location: Whitworth University Campus Department: Counseling Center Closing: Position Summary Whitworth University Counselors provide culturally informed care to a diverse undergraduate student body, aligning with the university's Christian mission and values. The Counselor delivers comprehensive mental health services, including individual, couples, and group counseling, intake assessment, crisis intervention, referrals, treatment planning, case management, and documentation. They also contribute to campus well-being through educational programs, consultation with the campus community, and support for student groups. Note for Emerging Professionals: We welcome applications from both licensed Counselors and those starting their journey as Associate Counselors. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply! Hourly Salary Range Associate Counselor: $27.09 - $28.36 Counselor: $32.69 - $33.41 Core Responsibilities Counseling Services - 75% Provide individual, couples, and group counseling services to a diverse clientele within a brief and focused counseling model. If approved, provide longer-term counseling with selected clientele. Provide clinical assessment, crisis intervention, case management, and treatment planning for students in acute distress. Provide coordinated support and develop collaborative relationships between Health Services, Educational Support Services, Residence Life, Campus Safety, Athletics, and other on and off-campus resources. Make referrals to external, community referral sources including agencies, organizations, and individuals who may be able to help meet students' needs. Develop, coordinate, and administer workshops, trainings, and programming to respond to the needs of campus constituents. This may involve evening or weekend work. Administrative - 15% Maintain appropriate clinical documentation and caseload consistent with professionally accepted standards. Work with the Director in the development and review of agency policies, procedures, and protocols for client and emergency management. Participate in weekly staffing with Counseling Services providers, regular staff meetings, and Student Life Divisional meetings. Other- 10% If a large-scale crisis occurs, the counselor is expected to be a part of a team of responders working after hours, on weekends, or at other times outside of the work day. Serve as a resource and provide consultation to parents, families, faculty, staff, and administration when appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Education and Experience Master's degree from a regionally accredited university in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or other closely related mental health field. At least one year of experience as a full-time mental health professional; evidence of the responsiveness to, and understanding of, the cultural diversity within the college student population. Current and unrestricted license to practice psychotherapy in the State of Washington, preferred. Associate Counselors will be considered. Whitworth Values A personal commitment to the Christian faith and the integration of faith and learning. Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities, and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives. A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church. Core Competencies Proficient in providing psychological services, including assessment, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapy, for a wide range of mental health concerns affecting college students. Demonstrated ability to engage with and support a culturally diverse student body, fostering an inclusive campus climate. Strong communication and relationship-building skills to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and campus partners. Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Experience in responding to emergencies and providing support during high-stress situations, demonstrating sound judgment and composure. Skilled in designing and implementing workshops, trainings, and outreach initiatives tailored to student and campus needs. Other Details Schedule Full-time (.75 FTE) - 9 months - 40 hours per week The work schedule spans from the last week of August to the third week of May. The last working day in 2025 will be May 23, 2025. This is an ongoing appointment with benefits continuing during non-working months. Occasional availability to work outside standard office hours. Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university's mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate. You are on this webpage because a position at Whitworth sparked your curiosity. If you find yourself questioning hitting the apply button because you might not meet 100% of the qualifications, we think you should do it! Research continues to show that women and BIPOC candidates are less likely to hit the apply button unless they meet all the listed qualifications. One way we are working to overcome this trend is every search committee at Whitworth has a trained Equity Advocate (EA) serving on the team. Our EAs are trained to make space for committees to consider each candidate's unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when you click apply, please know that your application is reviewed by a committee of real, living, and breathing human beings who want to understand your experience and skills to find ways you relate to the key competencies needed for success in the position. Looking for resources to help with writing a faith statement? Check out our faith statement resource page for more information. Learn more about our shared work to achieve and sustain inclusive excellence HERE. Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. 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