The Tarleton Center for Child Well-being (TCCW) seeks a Professional Counselor I/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.
This is a 10-month position with normal work hours Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm. This position in an on-site, Stephenville-based position, with occasional travel to our contracting schools to deliver services.
Responsibilities:
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Provide individual, group, and crisis intervention counseling to children and families in clinical and school-based settings.
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Participate in special education team meetings and offer expert guidance to support school districts.
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Conduct counseling evaluations for eligibility and service planning, maintaining accurate documentation that meets ethical and regulatory standards.
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Use data-driven decision-making to monitor and evaluate counseling effectiveness and outcomes.
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Lead the mental health education program, including Youth Mental Health First Aid training for students, community partners, and contracted school district staff.
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Provide consultation for crisis intervention to school staff and administrators.
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Deliver training seminars and outreach presentations on mental health topics to students, faculty, and staff.
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Assist in program development and evaluation to improve services offered by TCCW.
Qualifications by Level:
Professional Counselor I:
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Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or other specialty related to job function
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Eligible for licensure as a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate (LPC-Associate), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified School Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Must maintain licensure/certification for continued employment.
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Practical/field placement relevant to counseling in a public-school environment, or supervised experience related to job function.
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Strong skills in working effectively with a variety of individuals and groups.
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Professional Counselor I Compensation Range: The target base annual salary range is $49,000 to $68,330.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.
Professional Counselor II:
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Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or a related field.
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Active licensure in Texas as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.
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Minimum of 3,000 supervised post-licensure clinical hours (specific requirements vary by licensure type).
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Strong skills in working effectively with a variety of individuals and groups.
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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:
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Meets all qualifications for Professional Counselor II.
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Minimum of 5 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
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Experience coordinating counseling services or developing new programs.
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May supervise provisionally licensed interns or graduate students.
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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:
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Meets all qualifications for Professional Counselor III.
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Minimum of 10 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
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Demonstrated leadership in managing counseling programs and supervising staff.
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Ability to act on behalf of supervisors when needed.
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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:
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Experience with school-based mental health programs and special education services.
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Familiarity with Youth Mental Health First Aid training or equivalent certifications.
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Proven ability to multitask, manage administrative tasks, and work cooperatively with diverse teams.
Position level (I, II, III, or IV) will be determined by the candidate's qualifications and professional experience.
Application packets only accepted on-line at https://www.tarleton.edu/jobs and should be submitted to job posting R-080861.
Documents required: Completed online application, Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and Three professional references with complete contact information.
Review of applications packets will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of over 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.
Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. As a member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton will provide equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity through The Texas A&M System.
