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Clinical Mental Health Counselor

University/Agency Governors State University
Civil Service Classification Medical Social Consultant
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Posting Duration 12/19/2025 - 1/8/2026
Probationary Period 6 months

Job Description

Governors State University is seeking to hire a Clinical Mental Health Counselor to provide comprehensive clinical services and outreach/educational programming to support the mental health and well-being of Governors State University's diverse student population. Using a brief/time-limited therapy model, the Counselor conducts diagnostic assessments; develops and implements treatment plans; and provides individual, couples, and group therapy for students presenting with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, academic and interpersonal difficulties, and other mental health needs. The Counselor also provides crisis counseling and intervention for students experiencing acute mental health or substance-related emergencies and facilitates referrals to campus and community resources when appropriate. As a member of the Counseling and Wellness Center, the Counselor collaborates with campus partners to promote student wellness, offers clinical consultation to faculty and staff, and provides training to graduate students in psychology, counseling, or related fields.


Qualifications

1. Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area.

Based on institutional requirements for each position:

2.

A. Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

OR

B. Three (3) years of progressively more responsible full-time experience in social work in a medical/clinical or social service agency setting.


Salary

$58,260.00 - $60,384.00 Annually


Links

Clinical Mental Health Counselor


Contact Information


University/Agency Governors State University
Department/College Counseling and Wellness
Contact Human Resources
Phone Number 708-534-4100
Address 1 University Parkway
University Park, Illinois 60484
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