Penn State Schuylkill invites applications for a dedicated and student-centered professional to serve as a Mental Health Counselor. Reporting to the Director of Student Affairs, the Mental Health Counselor is a vital member of the Student Affairs team, providing essential clinical services and contributing to a holistic environment of care, wellness, and belonging for our student body. 

As a key partner in the campus’s support network, the Counselor will collaborate with units across the institution – including Academic Affairs, Athletics, and Residence Life – to ensure a proactive and integrated approach to student mental health. The successful candidate will be a champion for student well-being, contributing to Penn State Schuylkill’s visibility as a supportive community and telling the story of the campus as a place where every student can thrive. 

This is a 10-month, in-person, staff position (August–May). 

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications: 

• Proven ability to provide high-quality individual and group counseling, conduct comprehensive intakes, and develop effective, individualized treatment plans using evidence-based approaches (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing). 

• Strong skills in clinical triage and crisis management, with the ability to provide immediate support and appropriate disposition for students in distress. 

• A commitment to working within a multidisciplinary team approach, participating in case consultations and coordinating care with psychiatric and medical providers. 

• Demonstrated ability to serve effectively on key university committees, such as the Behavioral Threat Management Team (BTMT), CARE Team, and the Committee for Substance Awareness and Prevention. 

• Experience developing and delivering innovative wellness initiatives and outreach activities. 

• A deep commitment to championing inclusion and fostering a profound sense of belonging, ensuring that mental health services are a cornerstone of a safe, welcoming, and supportive campus community for every student. 

• Excellence in maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation via Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, with strong attention to detail and confidentiality 

• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills, particularly regarding risk management, ethical standards, and campus safety. 

• Exceptional communication and relational skills, with the ability to foster trust with students and build strong partnerships with faculty, staff, and external referral sources.