Clinical Counselor
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Salary$39k – $66k
LocationAlamosa, Colorado
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedAug 10, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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MA/MS required in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
Licensure-eligible and hold a temporary licensure permit (LPCC or equivalent)
Minimum of one year of experience working directly with a college-aged student population
Ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy and to work honestly, effectively, and collegially with employees, students, and the community
Licensure in the State of Colorado LPC or LCSW
Experience and expertise in planning and implementing prevention and awareness activities on a college campus
Experience supervising clinicians-in-training and other staff
Demonstrate cultural competence in diverse student populations
In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1968 candidates for positions must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final
Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement savings plan
Position Summary:
We seek an energetic, approachable and experienced counselor who is passionate about working with college-aged and non-traditional students.
The clinical counselor will play a crucial role in supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of ASU students within a Step Care Model serving both on-campus and online students who reside in the state of Colorado.
Responsibilities will include providing a range of mental health services to address the diverse needs of our student population such as assisting in the daily operations of the Counseling Center, carrying a reasonable individual counseling caseload, developing and facilitating group therapy, and providing outreach and prevention programming.
Specific Job Duties (Essential Functions and Responsibilities)
The Clinical Counselor, who reports to the Director of Counseling Services, will work on a 10-month contract providing services during the academic year (August-May). These services include the following:
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Assisting in the daily operations of the ASU Counseling Center
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Conducting initial mental health assessments to determine the appropriate level of care
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Using clinical judgment to triage and assign students to the appropriate level of care within the Step Care Model
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Provision of culturally responsive mental health services
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Providing short-term individual counseling and crisis intervention
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Offering group therapy sessions and support groups for specific concern populations
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Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
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Collaborate with external providers when necessary for long-term and specialized care
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Design and deliver educational programs and workshops on mental health topics
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Collaborating with other campus departments to promote mental health awareness, wellness, and prevention efforts
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
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MA/MS required in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
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Licensure-eligible and hold a temporary licensure permit (LPCC or equivalent)
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Minimum of one year of experience working directly with a college-aged student population
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Ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy and to work honestly, effectively, and collegially with employees, students, and the community
Preferred Qualifications:
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Licensure in the State of Colorado LPC or LCSW
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Experience and expertise in planning and implementing prevention and awareness activities on a college campus
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Experience supervising clinicians-in-training and other staff
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Demonstrate cultural competence in diverse student populations
Salary and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $47,400 - $66,400 the position works August- May for a .83 FTE. (Pro-rated for .83 FTE $39,342-$55,112 a 10-month contract to be paid over 12 months). In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit our Human Resources Benefits Page.
ASU will fill multiple positions with this announcement.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates must submit application materials electronically through Adams State University’s Workday application portal. No other format of application material will be accepted.
Please submit:
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A letter of application that specifically describes your qualifications and professional experience relating to the position
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A current resume or CV
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An unofficial transcript - please submit in Resume section of application
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List of three professional references with contact information
Questions regarding the position can be directed to Renee Treviranus [email protected]
Applications deadline 10/5/2026
About the company
Adams State University is committed to building and expanding the talent of its professional staff and actively seeks qualified applicants who bring unique perspectives, experiences, skills, and attributes that can augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff and can contribute to serving and preparing our students to engage and thrive in their learning, leadership, and service.
We strive to create a more representative workforce that mirrors the people who study, work, and lead our institution and welcome applications from candidates from all walks of life, especially members of communities who fall within state and federally protected classes such as: women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities.
We value qualified candidates, with varied language skills, who have a record of successful experience with varied communities and student populations, and who have a deep understanding of and commitment to the unique geographical and historical characteristics of the place we are situated in and the intersecting perspectives that define our university being a low-income, first-generation, and Hispanic-serving, rural anchor university. Therefore, we seek individuals committed to intentionally supporting students and colleagues who possess these characteristics through their teaching, service, and scholarship.
The successful candidate will join a campus that is dedicated to inclusive excellence and acknowledges Adams State’s purpose to foster the educational goals of its students and the well-being of the surrounding community.
Additional information about the university and the academic mission may be found at www.adams.edu/academics/
Disclosures:
In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1968 candidates for positions must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.
Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort. Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law.