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Mental Wellness Counselor and/or Licensed Mental Wellness Counselor

Mental Wellness Counselor and/or Licensed Mental Wellness Counselor

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

University Of Southern Mississippi rating

4.4

Company rating: 4.4 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

530th of 536 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Mental Wellness Counselor and/or Licensed Mental Wellness Counselor
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Mental Wellness Counselor and/or Licensed Mental Wellness Counselor.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive, Box 5075
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
Division of Student Affairs
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Salary Range
48,000.00 - 65,000.00
Pay Grade
E09
Posting Close Date
September 1, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit completed application along with cover letter, resume and names and contact information for three (3) current professional references.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
StudentCounseling Services provide quality counseling interventions to Southern Missstudents by promoting sound mental health and the coping skills necessary forsuccessful pursuit of their educational and life goals. Our mental wellnesscounselors work in a spirit of collaboration within the Division of StudentAffairs to support individual responsibility, personal growth, and wellness ofall enrolled members of the student body.
PrimaryJob Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Provide individual and group counseling for enrolled students.
  2. Provide consultation services regarding mental wellness for the Southern Miss community, including students, parents, staff, faculty, and administration.
  3. Provide emergency response services to the Southern Miss campus on a 24-hour, rotating basis.
  4. Provide outreach, educational and prevention services regarding mental wellness to the Southern Miss campus.
  5. Participates in the overall administration of SCS through attendance at staff meetings, case conferences, staff development, campus events, and contributions to the development of SCS policy and procedures and evaluation processes.
  6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsMaster'sdegree from an accredited college or university in counseling, psychology,marriage and family therapy, social work or mental health degree; and at leastone year of experience working in the mental health field. Must provide proofof either an active licensure, or provisional licensure, to provide mentalhealth services in the state of Mississippi with designation of PLPC, LMFTA, orLMSW; or an active certification as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) fromthe National Board for Certified Counselors.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Working knowledge of consultation practices and the ability to provide guidance to a diverse university community (students, parents, staff, faculty, and administration).
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention and emergency response protocols in a campus environment.
  • Understanding of relevant ethical and legal standards in the provision of mental health services, including confidentiality and reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrated skill in providing effective individual and group counseling interventions to address a range of mental health concerns.
  • Excellent outreach and presentation skills, with the ability to develop and deliver engaging educational programs on mental wellness topics.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact professionally with students, colleagues, and the broader university community.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy, active listening, and the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to the overall administration of Student Counseling Services.
  • Ability to assess the mental health needs of students and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, particularly in crisis situations.
  • Ability to adapt counseling approaches to meet the diverse needs of students.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to utilize technology and relevant software for documentation and communication.

PreferredQualifications
Four years of experience in the mental health field working with adolescents orcollege-aged individuals. Two years of experience providing direct clinicalcare delivering individual, family, or group therapy.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

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