Temporary Mental Health Counselor
About The Position
Rockhurst University is seeking a temporary, part-time Mental Health Counselor for the Fall 2026 semester to work in the Counseling Center, which is part of the Student Development Department. The Counseling Center supports the University's value of 'cura personalis' by offering compassionate, competent, and culturally aware mental health services to students and engaging in outreach to the campus community. This role is crucial for addressing student mental health needs through direct clinical services and educational outreach, and may involve assisting in the professional development of trainee clinicians.
Requirements
- Fully licensed in Missouri in a mental health related field (Counseling/Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy).
- License-eligible candidates are welcome to inquire.
- Completed license-eligible degree (master’s or higher) from an accredited program in a mental health related field (Counseling/Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy).
- Relevant experience applicable to providing mental health counseling to college students.
- Proficiency in and commitment to multicultural competence and experience working with individuals from culturally diverse populations, including underrepresented and/or underserved populations.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- Full licensure in Kansas in a mental health related field for telehealth services.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a University Counseling Center setting.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools (DSM-5-TR).
- Ability to work effectively with traditional and non-traditional college students.
- Experience with mental health prevention and outreach activities.
- Experience working with students affected by sexual assault, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
- Experience with electronic health record systems (e.g., Titanium).
Responsibilities
- Provide multiculturally competent clinical services within a short-term therapy framework to university students, including individual counseling/psychotherapy, crisis intervention, clinical documentation, and referrals.
- Maintain appropriate clinical documentation.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and group case consultation.
- Provide occasional consultation with faculty or staff regarding students of concern.
- As available, provide workshops and presentations to classrooms, residence halls, and student organizations upon request.
Benefits
- No benefits associated with this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
