Psychological Counselor

Eastern Washington University,

Counseling Center
 
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Last Posted:

Tue, Feb 4th, '25

Deadline:

Open until filled

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Last Updated:

Tue, Feb 4th, '25

 
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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  • Full Time

We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Psychological Counselor.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

Psychological Counselors provide mental health counseling to students who are experiencing difficulties that interfere with their ability to succeed academically. Counselors provide consultative services to individuals and groups associated with Eastern Washington University around issues pertaining to the psychological well-being of members of the university community. Psychological Counselors are also responsible for facilitating crisis intervention and risk assessment services to students and the greater university community. A psychological counselor assumes responsibility for the development and coordination of services and initiatives in an area of student concern/need in consultation with the Clinical Director. A Psychological Counselor is expected to prepare and deliver educational materials and/or preventive services that address the developmental, interpersonal, and other psychological issues of particular relevance for a university population. Counselors are expected to fulfill and maintain professional licensure in the State of Washington.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. 

This recruitment is open until filled

Monday-Friday 8 to 5, with occasional evening and weekend hours. This position is typically a 12-month role; however, candidates may have the option to work an 11-month schedule, depending on organizational needs and discussions with the selected candidate. Details regarding the work schedule will be finalized during the hiring process.
ABOUT EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master’s Degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Social Work from a regionally accredited institution in higher education.
  • Counseling theory and treatment models, diagnostic criteria, psychotropic medication knowledge, and knowledge related to the cultural implications of service delivery.
  • Advanced clinical counseling skills, case conceptualization and case presentation skills, risk assessment skills, clinical writing skills.
  • We are only accepting fully licensed staff (LP, LMHCLICSW), OR Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associates (LMHCA) with full licensure expected within 3 years of the hire date.
  • A minimum of one-year supervised practicum/internship experience.
  • Experience providing individual and group counseling and outreach services.
  • Demonstrated interest, ability, and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility, and/or diversity.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

N/A

 
COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is $69,947 (minimum) up to $75,000. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .

APPLICATION MATERIALS
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.
  1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
  2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
  3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
  4. Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.