Job Details

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Staff Counselor/Psychologist - 2450

Position Number: 6056349
Location: Pembroke, NC
Position Type: Counseling

Staff Counselor/Psychologist - 2450

Division: Student Affairs
Department: Counseling & Psych Svcs
Working Title: Counselor
Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements:
To possess at least a Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a related field, preferably from a CACREP or an APA accredited program. To have some experience in counseling within an educational setting, college/university preferred. To have credentials as a NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or NC Licensed Clinical Social Worker or equivalent credentials. Full licensure or provisional/associate licensure with anticipated full licensure within two years is acceptable.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position #: 2450
FLSA Status: Exempt
Months per Year: 10
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
To provide clinical mental health services to students of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Primary Purpose of Position:
To provide direct therapeutic and diagnostic counseling and/or education to students having social, emotional and/or academic concerns. To support the CAPS team prevention and intervention work and serve on appropriate university committees. To complete other duties as assigned by the Director of the Counseling and Psychological Services and/or the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. This is a 10-month position.

Job Description:
The primary responsibilities of this job description are listed in order of importance. To provide therapeutic and diagnostic counseling and /or education to students having social, emotional, and/or academic concerns related to mental health. To administer and interpret results of assessment instruments for diagnoses of mental illness. To provide outreach services to the university community. To be present and support student affairs events. To complete other duties as assigned by the Director of the Counseling and Psychological Services and/or the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

Management Preference:
To possess at least a Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a related field, preferably from a CACREP or an APA accredited program. To have some experience in counseling within an educational setting, college/university preferred. To have credentials as a NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or NC Licensed Clinical Social Worker or equivalent credentials. Full licensure or provisional/associate licensure with anticipated full licensure within two years is acceptable.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation: NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or NC Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or NC Licensed Practicing Psychologist or equivalent credentials. Provisional/associate licensed individuals will be considered if they have the experience required for the position.

Job Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Job Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Category: Managerial/Non-Teaching Professional
Posting Number: EPA01006

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12164