Professional Counselor II, III, or IV

Job Title

Professional Counselor II, III, or IV

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Psychological Sciencs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

The Tarleton Center for Child Well-being (TCCW) seeks a Professional Counselor II/III/IV to provide professional mental health counseling, related services counseling for special education students, and outreach to contracted school districts. This role includes participation in special education team meetings, conducting counseling evaluations, using data-driven decision-making, monitoring progress, and leading the mental health education program, including Youth Mental Health First Aid training for a wide range of audiences.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and crisis intervention counseling to children and families in clinical and school-based settings.

• Participate in special education team meetings and offer expert guidance to support school districts.

• Conduct counseling evaluations for eligibility and service planning, maintaining accurate documentation that meets ethical and regulatory standards.

• Use data-driven decision-making to monitor and evaluate counseling effectiveness and outcomes.

• Lead the mental health education program, including Youth Mental Health First Aid training for students, community partners, and contracted school district staff.

• Provide consultation for crisis intervention to school staff and administrators.

• Deliver training seminars and outreach presentations on mental health topics to students, faculty, and staff.

• Assist in program development and evaluation to improve services offered by TCCW.

Qualifications by Level:Professional Counselor II:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or a related field.

• Active licensure in Texas as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.

• Minimum of 3,000 supervised post-licensure clinical hours (specific requirements vary by licensure type).

• Strong skills in working effectively with a variety of individuals and groups.

• Professional Counselor II Compensation Range: The target base annual salary range is $53,745 to $76,321 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Professional Counselor III:

• Meets all qualifications for Professional Counselor II.

• Minimum of 5 years of post-licensure clinical experience.

• Experience coordinating counseling services or developing new programs.

• May supervise provisionally licensed interns or graduate students.

• Professional Counselor III Compensation Range: The target base annual salary range is $59,370 to $84,311 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Professional Counselor IV:

• Meets all qualifications for Professional Counselor III.

• Minimum of 10 years of post-licensure clinical experience.

• Demonstrated leadership in managing counseling programs and supervising staff.

• Ability to act on behalf of supervisors when needed.

• Professional Counselor IV Compensation Range: The target base annual salary range is $65,370 to $92,831 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with school-based mental health programs and special education services.

• Familiarity with Youth Mental Health First Aid training or equivalent certifications.

• Proven ability to multitask, manage administrative tasks, and work cooperatively with diverse teams.

Position level (II, III, or IV) will be determined by the candidate's qualifications and professional experience.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Range

The target base annual salary range is commensurate and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (/ tarleton. edu/scholarships/employees/) - scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Masters Educational Assistance (/ tarleton. edu/hr/masters-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/) - is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (/ tarleton. edu/hr/benefits/)

• Fully covered employee health insurance

• Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees' insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave (/ tarleton. edu/hr/benefits/)

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave - Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

• Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and con.