Psychological Counselor

Eastern Washington University,

Counseling Center
 
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Last Posted:

Tue, May 6th, '25

Deadline:

Open until filled

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Last Updated:

Tue, May 6th, '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.

  1. Provide culturally informed, time-limited individual and group counseling for students who are experiencing psychological, social, academic, or other difficulties that interfere with their ability to succeed academically.
  2. Assess psychological and behavioral problems of students using psychodiagnostic instruments, when appropriate and consistent with clinician training/expertise.
  3. Provide crisis intervention services to the university community (including after-hours services for constituents, as necessary, through effective consultation, triage, and referral).
  4. Participate in the training and supervision of graduate students and/or pre-doctoral interns pursuing degrees in counseling/clinical psychology and social work.
  5. Provide consultative services to individuals and groups associated with Eastern Washington University, through scheduled and extemporaneous means, around issues pertaining to the psychological well-being of members of the university community.
  6. Prepare and deliver educational and preventive workshops/programs that address the developmental, interpersonal, and other psychological issues of particular relevance for a university population.
  7. Participate constructively in such organizational matters as departmental staff meetings and periodic retreats.
  8. Participate in Student Affairs activities pertinent to the development and advancement of student and community wellness (e.g., committee work, retreats, etc.).
  9. Establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues and internal/external constituencies.
  10. Fulfill all necessary requirements to obtain and retain licensure as a mental health/social work provider in the State of Washington (including continuing education requirements).
  11. Subscribe to and practice in accordance with:
    • ACA or ACSWA Ethical Standards for Counselors/Social Workers
    • Washington state law as pertaining to the practice of counseling/social work, and
    • Agency and university policies and guidelines.

  12. Take an active role in responsibly managing and developing the operation of a program area within Counseling and Wellness Services (see Distinguishing Duties below).
  13. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or Clinical Supervisor.
Distinguishing Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assumes responsibility for the development and coordination of services and initiatives in an area of student concern/development in consultation with the Director and Clinical Supervisor. Area of coordination may be determined by student need and/or counselor/social worker’s area of expertise.
  • Engage in ongoing consultation and collaboration with center staff, as well as campus and community partners in order to develop services and programming for student concern/development.
  • Complete formal and/or informal assessment of campus needs in the identified area of student concern/development.
  • Facilitate Counseling and Wellness Services outreach programming in connection with identified areas of coordination, assessing program effectiveness where feasible.
  • Provide Counseling and Wellness Services input and leadership on campus committees focused specifically or generally upon the staff member’s area of expertise and area of coordination.
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 accepting candidates who are or will be independently licensed (LP, LMHC, LICSW,LMFT) in Washington State by start date. OR Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associates (LMHCA) with full licensure expected within 3 years of the hire date. Other Associates may be considered based on current supervisory staffing levels and candidate’s remaining supervision hour requirements (please specify supervision hours/supervisor in your application). Associate License required by start 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. Mission Statement Response - EWU’s mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
 
 
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