Counseling Psychologist

Contact Information

Department Contact:
Bethany Wellman, 575‑646‑1512, bwellman

Position Title: Counseling Psychologist

College/Division: Student Success & Enroll Management

Department: 520700-COUNSELING AND STU DEV CTR

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

Salary: $76,000 per annum

Appointment: Full-time, 1.0 FTE

Schedule: Standard (Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm)

Closing Date: March 25, 2026

Provide culturally sensitive counseling, therapy, and psychotherapy to students with a broad range of social, developmental, and psychiatric concerns.

• Prepare and collaboratively develop treatment plans, including termination and referrals.
• Facilitate crisis and emergency interventions, supporting colleagues during crises.
• Conduct psychodiagnostic assessments, including threat and safety evaluations.
• Develop, present, and evaluate educational outreach programs and workshops for a diverse campus community.
• Coordinate with university officials, external agencies, and advocacy organizations to enhance holistic care.
• Supervise practicum and intern trainees as needed.
• Lead programming addressing the unique challenges of Latinx, immigrant, first‑generation, and other underrepresented students.

• PhD or PsyD in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.
• Must be licensed as a psychologist in good standing in the State of New Mexico at the time of hire.
• Strong commitment to inclusive practice and collaboration.
• Experience with culturally responsive counseling and crisis intervention preferred.

The electronic application is the official document. Paper or email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to the application.

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non‑merit factor.