POSITION DESCRIPTION

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Job Description

Hiring Department

The MU Counseling Center is part of the MU Student Health and Well-Being unit, which includes the Counseling Center, Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Center, Student Health Center, and Wellness Resource Center. The Center is an APA-accredited doctoral internship site and serves a diverse and international student community. As a Center focused on affirmation and inclusive excellence, the staff seek like-minded professionals to join a team engaged in efforts to enhance campus services to better support all students. 

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will promote the well-being of Mizzou students through the provision of high-quality clinical services and outreach programs to students with substance use disorders and various psychological, academic and interpersonal concerns. They will work collaboratively with mental health providers, medical staff, and outreach and health promotion staff in Student Health and Well-being.  Competence and experience in the treatment of a wide variety of diagnoses and life problems in addition to substance use disorders is required. While candidates should not exclude themselves from consideration for a position, preference will be given to applicants who also have experience and interest in working with related addictions including gambling and sports betting.

Inquiries and applications are encouraged from professionals representative of all aspects of diversity, as well as from persons possessing a range of professional experience.

Job Duties Include:

• Complete culturally competent initial evaluations to determine appropriate treatment recommendations and manage referral processes.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including brief individual and group therapy to students struggling with substance use and recovery, as well as additional psychological concerns.
• Perform crisis and consultation services during regular business hours that require complex clinical decision-making as part of a crisis team
• Design and implement outreach and prevention programming related to substance use and recovery to students and the broader campus community.
• May conduct supervision and training for post-doctoral residents, doctoral interns in our APA-accredited doctoral internship, post-MA fellows, and graduate students in training (as allowed by licensure status).
• Contribute as a member of the MUCC team to the development and implementation of goals, philosophies, policies, and procedures that support the psychological needs of Mizzou students and cultivate a culture of well-being on campus. Serve on relevant MUCC and/or University committees as requested.

The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills; value a multifaceted approach involving linked clinical and training efforts; demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, campus partners, and student groups; have a commitment to actively engage in practice with diverse populations (racial/ethnic, LGBTQ+, ability, gender, SES, and beyond); exhibit interpersonal flexibility with a sense of humor; understand the importance of life balance and have a strong commitment to the developmental perspective of counseling services.

Shift

40 hours per week

This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

University Description
The University of Missouri (www.missouri.edu) (MU, Mizzou), with approx. 31,000 students and more than 300 degree programs in 19 colleges and schools, has a reputation for excellence in scholarship, research and student services. MU is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), one of only 64 member universities in total. The campus is an attractive environment, and the facilities and services available to students are among the best. Mizzou, is a member of the Southeastern Conference, competing in a variety of sports at the 1A level. The following links provide more information:  https://missouri.edu/visit

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Region Description
Columbia, Missouri (http://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/) with a population of approx. 126,000 offers a high quality of life with numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, art, music, sports, shopping, and community service. In addition to MU, Columbia College and Stephens College are located in the city and five other colleges and universities are within 30 miles of Columbia. Columbia Public Schools are highly regarded and have a solid reputation for quality: http://www.cpsk12.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=1

Columbia’s centralized location offers quick access to St. Louis and Kansas City (each within a 2-hour drive), as well as the State Capitol, Jefferson City. Columbia Regional Airport offers service via American Airlines with direct flights to Chicago and Dallas-Ft. Worth. Columbia is home to the multi-use MKT Trail, which is connected to the Katy Trail that stretches 240 miles across Missouri.  Columbia is known as a “festival town,” as it is host to the internationally-renowned True/False Film Festival (https://truefals.org/) and the Roots N Blues music festival (https://rootsnbluesfestival.com). There are various opportunities to get involved with community organizations and volunteering across a range of social issues and interests. Columbia celebrates and has space for numerous faiths including Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Christianity, and non-denominational spirituality.

Columbia is also a regional center for medical services (including the MU Medical school and MU Hospitals and Clinics) and a home to several major insurance companies, home loan companies, and industry.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree in counseling or social work is necessary. Two or more years of post-degree experience in substance use counseling is required. Must be fully licensed to practice independently as an LPC or LCSW in the state of Missouri and licensure must be maintained as a requirement for employment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to experience and skillset in working with substance use and recovery, preference will be given to applicants with CRADC, CRAADC, or CADC credentialing in Missouri. Additionally, a minimum of one year of clinical experience working in a college counseling center (this may include practica, internship or post-MA fellowship experience) or with a college aged population is desired.

COMPENSATION

Salary

Salary Range:  $70,000 – $96,054 annually, depending on experience and other qualifications.

Global Grade: GGS 010

University Title: Senior Counselor Health/Welfare/Wellness

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

APPLICATION MATERIALS

Application Materials

In addition to the online application, please include the following materials: 1) a letter of interest highlighting relevant experiences and fit with the position and addressed to the Search Committee Chairperson; 2) a current vita; and 3) contact information (including e-mail addresses) for at least four professional references. Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments are required.  Materials should not be e-mailed or mailed.

Application Deadline

Priority consideration will be given to completed applications received by October 24th, 2025 but applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.