Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a part-time Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the Smeltzer-Kelly Student Health Center with a tentative start date of August 2026.

Position Summary:

The part time licensed mental health counselor provides comprehensive, student-centered care through individual counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health assessment. This role supports student well-being and retention by delivering outreach programming, collaborating with campus partners, and coordinating referrals for longer-term care. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments and providing evidence-based, short-term therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, substance use, and relationship challenges, as well as delivering timely crisis intervention and performing risk assessments. This counselor also maintains accurate, confidential electronic health records, and facilitates referrals to community providers for ongoing care. In addition, they design and lead campus-wide workshops, presentations, and educational initiatives, while partnering with faculty, staff, student services, and families to promote a supportive and healthy campus environment. This is a non-benefit position with flexible hours, up to 29 hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop, improve, and assess mental health services and systems on campus
• Implement quality control of mental health services and documentation
• Provide oversight for case disposition, wait list, and community referral process
• Coordinate referred assessment processes
• Participate in crisis intervention
• Provide initial assessment and individual/group counseling within a brief counseling framework
• Develop and implement outreach programs to student groups and University departments
• Apply multicultural competence and assist to expand counseling services to meet the needs of a diverse student population
• Offer and collaborate programming in the Residential Halls relevant to mental and emotional health, stress management, and related topics
• Participate in relevant professional activities to improve counseling competence
• Administer and interpret individual interest, skills, abilities, and values assessment instruments
• Develop partnerships and collaborate with related faculty, department administrators, staff, student organizations and local resources
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Position Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, effective oral and written correspondence, and public relation skills
• Proficient in providing short-term, solution-focused therapy to young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and relationship issues
• Ability to evaluate mental health conditions and develop tailored treatment plans
• Strict adherence to ethical/legal standards, including FERPA and HIPAA, by maintaining accurate electronic records
• High emotional intelligence, active listening, and rapport-building skills with a young adult demographic

Requirements:

• Graduate Degree Required
• Minimum 1500 hours of counseling experience at the Master's level
• Prior experience working with young adults or college setting is preferred
• Prior experience developing programs/services relevant to overall well-being
• Relevant experience working with a diverse population
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, effective oral and written correspondence, and public relation skills
• Experience developing, implementing, and promoting mental health awareness programs and providing personal counseling services
• Commitment to the mission of the University

To apply with a growing faith-based University for the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) position, please submit a UD Employment Application with an attached cover letter, resume, and three professional references or email application materials to hr@dbq.edu. 

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