Senior Counselor - Student Counseling Services

Job Title

Senior Counselor - Student Counseling Services

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Student Counseling Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Senior Counselor in the Department of Student Counseling Services. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

 

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

 

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

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Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee. 

  

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. 

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The Stephenville Senior Counselor, under supervision of the Director of Student Counseling Services (SCS), supports the overall wellness of the campus community through direct clinical services, administrative coordination, oversight of the Academic Training Lab, and outreach leadership. This role balances individual and group counseling responsibilities with added administrative and outreach efforts aimed at expanding Counseling Services’ presence and impact.

Depending on experience and qualifications, the role may include mentorship, supervision, and training of student employees and/or counseling interns. The counselor participates in the on-call crisis response rotation and performs other duties as assigned. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

This position is in-office, located in Stephenville, Texas, and works Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Occasional travel to the Fort Worth campus, conferences, after-hours outreach, and weekend support for university events will be required.

Responsibilities:

Direct Clinical Services:

• Renders individual and group counseling to students experiencing developmental, psychological, and interpersonal concerns. Group offerings may include process-oriented, psychoeducational, and drop-in formats. Provides crisis counseling and response and serves as a resource to the university community in matters of crisis intervention. Participates in on-call crisis rotation. Supports the Leadership Team in maintaining and managing records within the clinic’s electronic health record system, including conducting audits and facilitating record expungement in accordance with state laws and university policies.

Program Leadership:

• Serves as part of the leadership team for SCS, providing guidance to SCS staff in managing day-to-day operations, crisis intervention, clinical scheduling, professional development, and outreach requests.
• Coordinates and supports grant related activities, including identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposal development, monitoring project timelines and deliverables, and preparing required reports. Collaborates with university departments and community partners to implement grant funded initiatives and special projects that enhance Counseling Services programming, outreach, and student wellness. Assists with the planning, coordination, and evaluation of strategic initiatives that align with departmental and university priorities.
• Oversees staff professional development, including leading internal case review and consultation, accessing / arranging external consultation when appropriate, and providing and promoting CEU and educational opportunities.
• Oversees the Academic Training Lab including coordinating intern selection, onboarding, and training, and matching interns with SCS supervisors. Serves as an SCS site supervisor for one to three interns per academic year. Provides consultation and support to supervisors, including addressing performance concerns and coordinating communication with intern faculty as needed.

Outreach:

• Coordinates outreach activities in collaboration with campus departments and community resources. Supports marketing, website updates, and event planning to promote SCS. Prepares internal and external documentation and reports. Represents SCS on university committees, community collaboratives, professional coalitions, and at conferences.

Case Management and External Consultation:

• Maintains timely and thorough documentation in accordance with licensure standards and departmental policies. Coordinates care with campus partners and external providers. Participates in regular clinical consultations and staff meetings. Provides consultation to campus partners regarding concern for students, referrals, processes, etc.

Other duties as assigned:

• Serve as representative on Department, Division, and University committees and task forces, at events, and to department stakeholders as assigned / needed.
• Attend and actively engage in Department and Division meetings, trainings, and functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in or with a complex organization with an understanding of larger institutional goals and objectives.
• One year of experience in a college counseling center or related mental health setting.
• Must hold a current Clinical Supervisor designation or be eligible and willing to begin the Clinical Supervisor designation process upon hire.

Licensure Requirement:

• Must hold a current, unrestricted Texas license as a Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and maintain the license in good standing with BHEC as a condition of continued employment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong written communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to relevant state laws and ethical standards.
• Effective collaboration and multitasking skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Comfortable presenting to groups and engaging with a broad range of students and stakeholders.
  

Preferred:

• Experience with outreach programming and student engagement
• Previous work in a university counseling center
• Familiarity with Titanium Schedule or similar EHR systems
• Experience with CBT, DBT, and / or solution-focused, brief therapy models.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The target base annual salary range is $53,745 up to $76,321 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

 

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees. Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

 

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

 

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

 

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.