Clinical Counselor

The University of Southern Maine (USM) is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and student-centered Clinical Counselor (10-months) to join our Health and Counseling Services team. This position provides comprehensive mental health counseling services that promote student wellness, resilience, and academic success.

As a Clinical Counselor, you will provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, outreach programming, and mental health education while working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed mental health professional who is passionate about supporting college students in a dynamic and inclusive campus environment.

About Health and Counseling Services

Health and Counseling Services is committed to fostering a healthy campus community by providing accessible, high-quality physical and mental health services. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to support student well-being through counseling, outreach, consultation, prevention, and crisis response.

What You’ll Do:

Clinical Counseling

• Conduct intake assessments for students and employees through scheduled and walk-in appointments.
• Provide short-term individual and group counseling addressing personal, academic, social, family, vocational, and mental health concerns.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Provide telehealth counseling services using HIPAA-compliant technology when appropriate.

Crisis Intervention & Consultation

• Participate in the department's on-call rotation to assess and respond to students experiencing acute psychological distress.
• Consult with faculty, staff, and campus partners regarding student mental health concerns.

Outreach & Prevention

• Facilitate workshops, presentations, and support groups that promote student mental health and well-being.
• Partner with campus departments and student organizations to address emerging student needs and foster a culture of wellness.
• Engage in outreach initiatives serving diverse student populations and campus communities.

Collaboration & Professional Practice

• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and work groups.
• Complete documentation and other administrative responsibilities associated with counseling services.
• Stay current with best practices, ethical standards, and emerging trends in college mental health.

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• 5+ years of licensure and experience and a willingness to supervise trainees and interns.
• Strong clinical assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of counseling theories, short-term therapy models, and diagnostic practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and consultation skills.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to supporting diverse student populations and creating an inclusive campus environment.
• Sound professional judgment and adherence to ethical standards of clinical practice.

Pay and Benefits

This is an in person, full-time, 10-month position based on our Gorham Campus but may provide services on all three campuses.  This position offers an annual salary of $45,000.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off (13 holidays, vacation, and sick leave), health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents, and a 403(b) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution. See the Benefits Information Summary for details.

About the University

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.  USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. 

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement.  We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. 

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Counseling or Social Work.
• Clinical experience in a variety of mental health settings, including college counseling centers preferred.

License/Certifications:

• Full Licensure in the state of Maine (LCPC, LCSW).  

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of names and contact information for three references. 

This position will remain open until filled.  

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator.

Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF). If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact our Public Safety Office at 207.780.5211.