Professional Counselor

Join Our Team at Tallahassee State College Professional Counselor Opportunity

Tallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges for 2025, is excited to announce a full-time opportunity for the position of Professional Counselor in the Student Services Department.

We are seeking a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to fostering a vibrant workplace community.

What You’ll Do

This position performs independent work providing counseling and mental health services to students enrolled at TSC and reports to the Coordinator of Counseling. The Mental Health Counselor Provides a range of counseling services including assessment, therapy, crisis support, outreach, and referrals. Consults with campus and external partners, may train others and supervise interns, and is responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records while ensuring strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Day-to-day, you’ll be responsible for: 

• Providing clinical services to meet the needs of TSC’s diverse campus community and working in partnership with TSC personnel to develop identification, service, and referral processes for “at risk” students, including: conducting student intake and assessment interviews; developing individualized intervention plans; providing triage, crisis intervention, individual, and family brief solution-focused counseling; responding to trauma incidents and providing crisis-intervention and grief/loss supportive services; providing referral and follow-up services to community agencies; providing case management through support, tracking, and follow-up; maintaining confidential client files; completing case notes for all student counseling interactions; and complying with all federal confidentiality (FERPA and HIPAA regulations) while adhering to ethical standards of the profession;
• Providing comprehensive services for students while communicating with and assisting staff regarding “at risk” students;
• Upholding the highest ethical standards as stipulated in the ACA Handbook and HIPAA/FERPA regulations, including confidentiality;
• Facilitating outreach services through intervention- and prevention-oriented educational groups on topics relevant to college students; making presentations to students, faculty, and staff on mental health issues; initiating and maintaining contact with faculty/staff as a resource and for coordinating services for referred students; acting as a liaison between TSC and external mental health, medical, and social service agencies; serving as a resource to parents and others on student mental health concerns; and recruiting and supervising student interns in related fields;
• Leading workshops on campus and continuing presentations on mental health needs of college students in various settings, both on and off campus;
• Assisting in recruiting and supervising student interns;
• Assisting the Coordinator of Counseling with developing departmental goals and objectives for mental health services; partnering with faculty/staff to implement and anticipate outcomes addressing identified needs; completing institutional effectiveness reports by compiling and analyzing data for monthly and annual reports; preparing educational materials on mental health and wellness topics; and updating the mental health services website with current and relevant information;
• Discussing with supervisors matters pertinent to the counseling center and proposing ideas for improving service quality, while developing goals and objectives to meet student needs;
• Assisting the Coordinator in developing semester improvement plans by implementing strategic assessments;
• Serving as a member of the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) and standing committees as assigned; attending departmental meetings and staff training; and staying current on counseling practices and research by attending conferences and training sessions;
• Participating in BIT meetings as needed;
• Attending departmental meetings, conferences, and staff trainings to remain informed of changes relevant to professional development;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success. Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field, and four (4) years of related experience; or a combination of education and/or experience.
• A Doctorate in Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Incumbent must possess State of Florida licensure: Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Clinical/Professional Counselor (LCPC or LPC).
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Tallahassee State College, We’re Not Just Shaping The Leaders Of Tomorrow – We Are Committed To Fostering The Growth And Development Of Every Team Member. As Part Of Our College Community, You’ll Enjoy

• A dynamic campus atmosphere where your contributions directly impact student success.
• A culture that champions continuous improvement, where students and staff alike are valued and empowered.
• A supportive team that encourages collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
  
  

What We Offer

We offer more than just a competitive salary of $50,092.90 - $54,100.33 annually. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A generous leave policy, including paid holidays plus winter and spring breaks.
• A collaborative and inspiring campus community.
• Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning.
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.
  
  

Please visit the College's Benefits site to see the full list of benefits and opportunities

A Little About Us

Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.