Mental Health Counselor

Student Mental Health Counselor

Job Summary 
The Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position – Student Mental Health Counselor. This is a renewable term faculty appointment in the Department of Medical Library and Learning Resources. Faculty type and rank will be determined based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications. 

The Mental Health Counselor will support student success by promoting behavioral health and fostering the personal growth and well-being of medical students and residents. This position is responsible for assessing student needs, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing evidence-based therapeutic services. The role also includes outreach, prevention programming, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary student support model.

This position reports to the Director of Counseling and Academic Resource Essential Services (CARES) and the Lead Student Mental Health Counselor and works closely with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and sustain effective therapeutic relationships
• Knowledge of diagnostic processes and evidence-based treatment modalities
• Ability to provide diverse and culturally responsive clinical interventions
• Strong presentation and outreach skills related to mental health education
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population, including underserved or underrepresented groups
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with clinical documentation systems and standard office software
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and prioritize workload effectively
• Understanding of confidentiality and ethical practice standards

Required Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field
• Current licensure to independently practice mental health counseling in the State of Tennessee (or eligibility for licensure prior to start date)

Preferred Qualifications   

• Experience working with graduate, medical, or professional student populations
• Knowledge of medical education environments and associated stressors
• Experience with crisis intervention and brief therapy models 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Job Family: Academic Faculty
• Market Range: 0 (Salary Schedules)
• For information regarding benefits; (Employee Benefits)

Application Instructions 

• Exempt positions are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice. 

• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

• Please attach the following documents: Cover Letter, CV and Copy of transcripts.

Important Notes

• This position is on-site.

• Funding is not available for Visa Sponsorship.

• Faculty Designation & Rank will be determined based on qualifications. 

University Overview (as needed) 

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer Statement:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.