Mental Wellness Counselor
Pfeiffer University, California, MO, United States
Education LevelMaster's DegreeCategoryEducation## Description**Position S**ummaryThe Mental Wellness Counselor at Pfeiffer University plays a vital role in advancing the University's mission to educate students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. As part of a student-focused community, this position provides compassionate, ethical, and developmentally appropriate mental health services that support the intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth of students.The Staff Counselor contributes to a campus culture of care by promoting well-being, fostering resilience, and supporting students as they navigate personal challenges within a close-knit, values-driven environment.**Responsibilities:****A. Clinical Counseling & Holistic Student Care**•
Provide short-term individual and group counseling to students, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, identity development, academic stress, and life transitions.
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Conduct intake assessments and develop treatment plans that reflect a holistic understanding of student well-being.
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Support students in integrating personal, academic, and (when appropriate) spiritual dimensions of their growth.
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Maintain timely and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional and legal standards.**B. Crisis Response & Student Well-Being**•
Provide crisis assessment and intervention for students experiencing acute distress.
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Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Residence Life, Campus Police, Student Development) to ensure coordinated and compassionate responses.
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Participate in an on-call or after-hours support rotation, as needed in a residential campus environment.**C. Outreach, Prevention & Campus Engagement**•
Design and facilitate outreach programs that promote mental health awareness, resilience, and healthy living.
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Partner with Residence Life, Athletics, Campus Ministry, and student organizations to extend counseling services across campus.
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Contribute to a campus culture that encourages care for self and others, reduces stigma, and reflects Pfeiffer's commitment to community and belonging.**D. Consultation & Collaboration**•
Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, and administrators in supporting students of concern.
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Participate in multidisciplinary teams focused on student success, retention, and well-being.
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Engage actively in the life of the University, contributing to its mission-centered and relational campus environment.**E. Ethical Practice & Professional Growth**•
Adhere to ethical standards of the counseling profession and all applicable laws and regulations.
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Maintain appropriate licensure and engage in ongoing professional development.
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Support continuous improvement efforts within Counseling Services.This position is a full-time position with benefits.* Paid LTD and Life Insurance* STD Ins* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance* Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange* 403B## Qualifications**Required Qualifications:**•
Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
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Current licensure or license-eligibility in North Carolina (e.g., LCMHC, LCSW, or equivalent).
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Demonstrated experience providing counseling to college-aged or emerging adult populations.
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Strong interpersonal, clinical, and communication skills.**Preferred Qualifications:**•
Full licensure in North Carolina (LCMHC, LCSW).
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Prior experience in a college or university counseling center.
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Experience with crisis intervention, risk assessment, and brief therapy models.
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Comfort working within a faith-informed, values-based institutional context.
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Provide short-term individual and group counseling to students, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, identity development, academic stress, and life transitions.
•
Conduct intake assessments and develop treatment plans that reflect a holistic understanding of student well-being.
•
Support students in integrating personal, academic, and (when appropriate) spiritual dimensions of their growth.
•
Maintain timely and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional and legal standards.**B. Crisis Response & Student Well-Being**•
Provide crisis assessment and intervention for students experiencing acute distress.
•
Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Residence Life, Campus Police, Student Development) to ensure coordinated and compassionate responses.
•
Participate in an on-call or after-hours support rotation, as needed in a residential campus environment.**C. Outreach, Prevention & Campus Engagement**•
Design and facilitate outreach programs that promote mental health awareness, resilience, and healthy living.
•
Partner with Residence Life, Athletics, Campus Ministry, and student organizations to extend counseling services across campus.
•
Contribute to a campus culture that encourages care for self and others, reduces stigma, and reflects Pfeiffer's commitment to community and belonging.**D. Consultation & Collaboration**•
Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, and administrators in supporting students of concern.
•
Participate in multidisciplinary teams focused on student success, retention, and well-being.
•
Engage actively in the life of the University, contributing to its mission-centered and relational campus environment.**E. Ethical Practice & Professional Growth**•
Adhere to ethical standards of the counseling profession and all applicable laws and regulations.
•
Maintain appropriate licensure and engage in ongoing professional development.
•
Support continuous improvement efforts within Counseling Services.This position is a full-time position with benefits.* Paid LTD and Life Insurance* STD Ins* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance* Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange* 403B## Qualifications**Required Qualifications:**•
Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
•
Current licensure or license-eligibility in North Carolina (e.g., LCMHC, LCSW, or equivalent).
•
Demonstrated experience providing counseling to college-aged or emerging adult populations.
•
Strong interpersonal, clinical, and communication skills.**Preferred Qualifications:**•
Full licensure in North Carolina (LCMHC, LCSW).
•
Prior experience in a college or university counseling center.
•
Experience with crisis intervention, risk assessment, and brief therapy models.
•
Comfort working within a faith-informed, values-based institutional context.
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