Mental Health Counselor

Mental Health Counselor

Job ID2956999

Business UnitValley City State University

Location

Valley City

Posted05/02/2025

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

DepartmentCounseling

Close DateOpen Until Filled

Position Information

Vacancy Announcement

Mental Health Counselor

Full-time, 11 month, Benefited

Position Number:00105227

Internal/External

Position Description

This position is responsible for providing personal mental health counseling and crises mental health counseling to the VCSU community, provide education programming on social issues and prevention education on mental health topics. Assist with website design and office publications. Counselor must be able and willing to work after hours, during an emergency and/or crisis event, develop and deliver mental health program for Residence Life staff and/or residents and VCSU community members. Candidate may have opportunity to teach as an adjunct faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in clinical counseling or related field and a minimum of one year of experience working in the counseling profession. North Dakota Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or North Dakota Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or license eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a college counseling center. Three years providing mental health counseling services. Familiarity with the North Dakota University System. Experience of delivering mental health education programs and adhering to the American Counseling Association Code of Ethics. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Exceptional organizational skills, including ability to multi-task; excellent ability to interact and serve individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups; effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Compensation

$49,000 - 53,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

VCSU offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance plans with premiums fully paid for by the university, TIAA/NDPERS retirement plan, life insurance, annual and sick leave, paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, tuition waivers, and wellness incentives. Additional benefits available include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans. Click here for more information.

Application Information

Submit your application materials online including cover letter, resume, and contact information for references. A review of applications will begin on May 16, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Click here to apply.

Additional Information

For more information, or for accommodations contact: .... For North Dakota Relay Services, go to: This position is subject to the North Dakota Veteran's Preference procedure. Proof of eligibility can include a DD-214, a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. A criminal background check will be conducted on all hires.

Valley City State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer