Position Summary

This position provides mental health and wellness services to assist domestic and international students in the University Residence Halls/Neighborhoods so that students can attain their education and academic goals. 

The South Neighborhood houses a large, diverse student population, including first-year, first generation, and James Madison College students. Residence hall staff increasingly encounter mental health concerns beyond their training. While CAPS provides center-based services, embedded support is essential for timely intervention, reducing crisis escalation, and promoting student retention and wellbeing.

The Embedded Counselor will provide brief individual counseling and crisis support withing the neighborhood; identify and intervene early for students at risk; consult with Residence Life staff and collaborate with housing partners; deliver psychoeducation and wellness program tailored to the residential community.

University Health and Wellbeing adheres to University policy allowing a hybrid work schedule with expectation of two non-consecutive remote days per week. 

This is a flex position with service expected through the duration of the academic year (August-May).

Minimum Requirements

The job requires: 

• Master’s or doctoral degree from a qualified program in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Current State of Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor license (LPC) in good standing OR Limited Licensed Counselor license (LLC) in good standing with capability of being fully licensed within 3 years. Limited license holders must be supervised by a fully licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) until fully licensed.
• Compliance with Michigan state continuing education requirements to maintain licensure.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated interest and experience in university-based counseling services and knowledge of mental health issues and challenges affecting domestic and international university students such as a resident assistant, graduate hall director or student leader; evidence of ability to reach out and engage with students; experience working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders demonstrated in application of multicultural counseling principles including evidence-based interventions; creative leadership skills and commitment to innovation. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume 

Cover Letter

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Description of Flex Period

10-month flex position. Dates of annual leave from June through July.

Website

https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends February 17, 2026, 11:55 PM

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