Job Details

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Staff Counselor/Psychologist - 2704

Position Number: 9813395
Location: Pembroke, United States
Position Type: Counseling

Staff Counselor/Psychologist - 2704

Division: Student Affairs
Department: Counseling & Psych Svcs
Working Title: Assistant Director Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements:
To possess at least a Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology or a related field, preferably from a CACREP or an APA accredited program. To have some experience in counseling, assessment within an educational setting, and college student services. To have credentials as a National Certified Counselor and as a NC Licensed Professional Counselor or NC Licensed Practicing Psychologist or equivalent credentials.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position #: 2704
FLSA Status: Exempt
Months per Year: 11
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
To provide mental health services to UNCP students.

Primary Purpose of Position:
To provide direct therapeutic and diagnostic counseling and/or education to students experiencing social, emotional, and/or academic concerns. The role also supports the CAPS team's prevention and intervention efforts, serves on appropriate university committees, and completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Counseling and Psychological Services. This is a 11-month position.

Job Description:
The position is responsible for providing therapeutic and diagnostic counseling and/or education to students experiencing social, emotional, and academic concerns related to mental health, administering and interpreting assessment instruments for the diagnosis of mental illness, and supporting the CAPS team's prevention and intervention work through direct clinical services, outreach to the university community, and participation in Student Affairs events and committees. To complete other duties as assigned by the Director of the Counseling and Psychological Services. This is a 11-month position.
Mandatory Personnel: this position's presence has been determined to be mandatory to University operations during certain types of adverse weather or emergency events.

Management Preference:
To possess at least a Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a related field, preferably from a CACREP or an APA accredited program. To have some experience in counseling within an educational setting, college/university preferred. To have credentials as a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or North Carolina Licensed Clinical Social Worker or equivalent credentials. Full licensure or provisional with anticipated full licensure within two years is acceptable.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation: NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or NC Licensed Practicing Psychologist or equivalent credential. Provisionally licensed candidates will be considered if they have the experience required for the position and anticipated full licensure within two years.

Job Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Job Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Category: Professional
Posting Number: EPA01168

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13686