Licensed Student Counselor

Posting DetailsPosition Information Job Title Licensed Student Counselor Nature of Work Provides professional counseling to students on academic and personal matters. Provides individual and group therapy and counseling. Responsible for vocational testing and assessment, program development and evaluation and outreach activities. Consults with academic departments and student affairs departments. May be involved in crisis prevention, or aiding with adjustment problems after a major life event. Mantains confidential records.Examples of Work Performed Direct clinical services - 65%Conduct initial consultations and triage assessments, including walk-in sessionsProvide diagnosis and treatment recommendationsProvide referrals and resourcesProvide brief individual, couples, and group counselingProvide supervision for clinicians seeking licensure, if qualifiedProvide after-hours/on call services on rotation with other counseling staffClinical support responsibilities - 20%Complete accurate and timely documentationParticipate in internal clinical consultationParticipate in staff meetingsComplete other duties as assignedProvide prevention and outreach services - 10%Provide outreach, psychoeducation, and consultation to the campus communityMay require work after 5 p.m.Engage in continual professional development - 5%Complete continuing education to maintain licensureEngage in activities for continual professional developmentRequired Qualifications• Master's degree.• Mental health practitioner's license in Nebraska.Preferred Qualifications• Experience in a college counseling setting is preferred.• Strong counseling skills and the ability to work cooperatively with the Counseling Center team and knowledge of a variety of computer programs.Physical DemandsLicense and Certification Requirements Mental health practitioner's license in Nebraska is required.Other Requirements Criminal Background CheckSalary Information Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Attractive and comprehensive benefit package. Annual salary range is $49,462 - $61,827 (.900 FTE) FTE 0.900FLSA Exempt Union Status NSCPA Number of Vacancies 2Posting Detail Information Posting Number PS1582P Desired Start DateOpen Date 02/05/2026 Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Wayne State College is seeking 2 Licensed Student Counselors.General Information Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.EEO Statement The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.

Created: 2026-04-03