Counselor

Felician University•Rutherford, NJ

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Counseling and Wellness Services at Felician University is seeking an experienced Counselor to provide individual and group counseling, workshops, discussion groups, and other programs to support student mental health and well-being. This is a full-time, in-person, 12-month appointment. The Counselor will report to the Director of Counseling and Wellness Services, respond to psychological crises, consult with and provide outreach to the Felician Community members who work with students, and develop and deliver educational and prevention programs on mental health topics. The role is part of the Student Affairs team, collaborating across divisions to foster a supportive, inclusive, and proactive campus culture focused on student well-being. Felician University is committed to its core values of Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Transformation, Justice and Peace, and Solidarity with People in Need.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related mental health field.
Current NJ professional license as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Psychologist.
Demonstrated experience providing counseling or mental health services to a college student or adult population.
Knowledge of current health, mental health, substance use, and social issues affecting college students and higher education communities.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to present information effectively through public speaking, workshops, training, and educational programming.
Proficiency with electronic health records, electronic documentation systems, online platforms, social media, and basic office technology.
Ability to work in an office environment where a trained therapy dog is present.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling.
Conduct workshops, discussion groups, and other programs to support student mental health and well-being.
Respond to psychological crises.
Provide consultation and outreach to members of the Felician Community who work with students.
Develop and deliver educational and prevention programs addressing a range of mental health topics.
Serve as a member of the Student Affairs team.
Collaborate with colleagues across divisions to promote a supportive, inclusive, and proactive campus culture focused on student well-being.
Maintain professional expertise and competency through ongoing professional development, training, and continuing education.
Support and promote the Felician Franciscan core values and mission of the University.