What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Counselor position at North Carolina Central University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title
Student Counselor
Working Title
Student Counselor
Position Number
717437
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range
$60,000
EEO-1 Category
Professionals
SOC Code
19-3039 - Psychologists, All Other
Position Overview
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Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Counseling Center is a department within the Division of Student Affairs at North Carolina Central University. The primary mission of the Counseling Center is to support the academic and student development missions of North Carolina Central University and the Division of Student Affairs by providing a comprehensive program of services that assist in the cultural, social, moral, personal, emotional, and intellectual development of a diverse student population. It is our intent to provide such services in a warm, open and supportive atmosphere in which all students feel welcomed and appreciated regardless of racial, ethnic/cultural background, national origin, gender, age, physical/developmental ability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or socioeconomic status. The Center is committed to the right of students to develop to their optimal potential and actively advocates a living/learning environment that facilitates the growth and development of the whole person.
Primary Purpose of Position
Position will provide individual and group counseling for a variety of personal, social, educational and vocational concerns; offer psychoeducational workshops, addressed to specific needs such as study skills, assertiveness training, stress management, and so forth; conduct client assessment of personal and vocational characteristics for the purpose of assisting client decision-making and problem solving; develop and present outreach programs; provide crisis intervention and management, including on-call rotation; provide student advocacy, particularly with reference to referrals to various community agencies or to other sections of the university; provide consultations to faculty and staff and other personnel inside and outside the University on student issues; fulfill administrative duties as assigned, including serving on Counseling Center, Division of Student Affairs or University-wide committees; provide some supervision and training of master’s level graduate practicum students and interns as assigned; participate in professional development experiences on a regular basis; and perform related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced experience and knowledge of individual and group counseling methods and procedures; demonstrated knowledge of principles of program development, consultation, outreach and crisis intervention and management;
personal attributes that facilitate effective interpersonal relations and the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of students and student organizations, faculty, staff, administrators and parents;
knowledge of developmental characteristics of late adolescence and young adulthood and the unique difficulties confronting individuals in these stages of life; established commitment to multicultural competencies; experience with group counseling and gender/sexuality issues and programming; ability to express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form; strong interpersonal skills required.
Minimum Education/Experience
Master’s degree required (doctorate preferred) in counseling or clinical psychology, counseling, social work or a related field from an accredited college or university and completed clinical training in practicum and internship with appropriate classes in theories of personality, abnormal psychology, human development, crisis counseling, and alcohol and substance use (preferred). Experience in case management, familiarity counseling students of diverse backgrounds, and ability to interact with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Fully licensed or eligible for full licensure in the State of North Carolina upon date of hire if transferring an unencumbered license from another state.
Consideration for sport psychology/counseling and performance consultation with clinical experience if not fully licensed.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Provides individual and group counseling for a variety of personal, social, emotional, educational and vocational concerns, as the primary function of the role. Counseling will reflect the knowledge and practice related to a theoretical model and best practices appropriate to the client’s presenting issues.
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Offers psychoeducational workshops and presentations addressed to specific needs of students and student groups, such as social anxiety, assertiveness training, stress management, and etc. Responds to specific requests from faculty, staff or student organizations for presentations and develops outreach opportunities based on the needs of the campus community.
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Provides crisis intervention and management, including on-call rotation for walk-in services during office hours and evening/week-end coverage. Responds to major campus crises, by increasing availability, including returning to campus after-hours to provide emergency support and guidance to effected students.
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Provides consultations to faculty and staff and other personnel inside and outside the University on student issues. Consultations will reflect the knowledge of developmental characteristics of late adolescence and young adulthood and appropriate multicultural competencies.
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Provides student advocacy, particularly with reference to referrals to various community agencies or to other sections of the university. Develops relationships with faculty and staff across the campus, as well as community partners to facilitate referrals, collaborations and student support.
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Fulfills administrative duties as assigned, including serving on Counseling Center and Division of Student Affairs or University-wide committees. Keeps department abreast of committee work by providing updates during weekly staff meetings.
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Provides some supervision and training of master’s level graduate practicum students and interns as assigned, based on personality, abnormal psychology, human development and alcohol/drug abuse and dependency theory and best practice. Provides supervision also in program development, consultation, outreach and crisis intervention and management
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Participates in professional development experiences on a regular basis to assist with maintaining acquired knowledge and skills. Stays abreast of trends in college student mental health and related practice. Performs related duties as assigned.
Function
Other Duties as Assigned
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Other duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA03406P
Open Date
01/12/2026
Date desired for closing or initial review
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Date Position Available
02/02/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Pre-Employment Requirements:You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:Accrued Vacation and Sick LeaveCommunity Service LeaveNC State – Health BenefitsNCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more11-12 Paid HolidaysTeachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Campus Recreation Center DiscountUniversity Bookstore Discount and more.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume/CV
- Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
- List of References
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
Salary : $60,000