Staff Counselor Appointment; AP

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Staff Counselor - (12) Month Appointment (AP26-078).

As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands‑on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• You’re energized by working with emerging adults and bring the insight, empathy, and clinical expertise to help them navigate the opportunities and challenges of this stage of life. You’re excited by a role that blends direct service, case coordination, clinical supervision, and team support—giving you the chance to expand your skills while making a meaningful impact.
• You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and enjoy partnering with colleagues across counseling, medical, and health promotion services to deliver truly integrated, student‑centered care. You value open communication, shared learning, and mutual respect, and you’re eager to both contribute your ideas and learn from others.
• You’re passionate about equity, student success, and mental health advocacy in a university setting, and you’re motivated by the opportunity to help students thrive both personally and academically through compassionate care and thoughtful intervention
• You value professional growth—seeking mentorship, consultation, and opportunities to guide emerging professionals—while staying current in the field through ongoing learning and development.

• Provide mental health/diagnostic assessment, and psychotherapy for students of the University.
• Maintain client charts, write reports, and perform other administrative duties as necessary.
• Provide clinical supervision to graduate practicum trainees and undergraduate interns.
• Provide clinical input during case conferences.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Provide consultation to employees of the University when needed.
• Refer, consult, and coordinate care between Counseling Services and other campus departments as well as community resources in order to meet clinical needs of students appropriately and ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities to maintain licensure.
• Provide crisis intervention and consultation as needed.

FLSA:
Exempt

• Month Appointment:
  July 1–June 30 (continuing)

• Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical/Counseling, Psychology, Art Therapy Counseling, or equivalent from an accredited college or university graduate program.
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois (e.g., Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Psychologist).
• Previous clinical experience, preferably with emerging adults.
• Training in DSM-5-TR diagnosis and classifications, therapeutic orientations, and treatment modalities required.

• Ability to administer batteries of psychological assessments with appropriate follow‑up…