University Counselor

University Counselor (Part-Time)

Part‑time position primarily responsible for supporting the mental health and well‑being of the Mines student body through high‑quality clinical, consultation, and educational services.

Schedule:

24hours per week, 3 days per week, 8hours per day. Hybrid environment – on‑campus presence required at least twice a week (Mondays and Thursdays, 8AM‑5PM; Tuesdays 8AM‑5PM remote).

• Direct Service: Maintain an individual clinical caseload, perform intake assessments, single sessions, brief therapy, crisis stabilization; refer students to local providers or other resources; document electronically per professional and department standards.
• Consultation: Provide support to parents, faculty, staff, and key departments in Student Life and Academic divisions; assist with understanding of student needs and treatment planning.
• Outreach (workshops/groups): Offer alternate service platforms on mental health topics and specific program topics; participate in seminars, workshops, drop‑in hours, support groups; use technology to provide psycho educational services.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide walk‑in crisis intervention; coordinate with administrators, care providers, hospitals, and other entities for crisis planning, resolution, and care coordination.

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice in the state of Colorado.
• Significant, progressive experience in the mental health field with expertise in clinical assessment, counseling, triage, and crisis intervention.
• Experience working with diverse identities and needs; comfort with crisis management, trauma, and varying levels of student severity in a high‑pressure college environment.
• Ability to address issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, bereavement, substance abuse, eating disorders, suicide risk, family/relationship issues, identity issues, and self‑injury.
• Proficiency in multiple treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, ACT, SFBT, IFS, somatic therapy).

• Background in higher education, stepped‑care or comparable short‑term/multi‑faceted treatment models.
• Experience with psycho educational service delivery and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

• Full‑time salary range: $69,166 – $73,333.
• 60% FTE (part‑time) rate: $41,500 – $44,000.
• Health and dental care options; generous sick/vacation time (13 paid holidays, winter break).
• Fully vested retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year, 50% discount for dependents).
• Free RTD Ecopass; access to state discount programs, free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, recreation center, etc.
• On‑campus daycare center available.
• Robust benefits for all employees at Colorado School of Mines.

Applicants must: complete an online application (personal information, demographics, veteran status); upload a résumé or CV; submit a cover letter. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender, ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or current military service. The university does not retaliate against professionals for filing complaints. The campus community is supported by policies, procedures, and resources that comply with federal and state laws to prevent discrimination and harassment.