Mental Health Counselor

Xavier University of Louisiana

place New Orleans, 70112

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Flexible (Remote or Onsite)

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Counseling, Social Work, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field, Psychology

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Full-Time

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Position Title

Mental Health Counselor

FLSA

Exempt

Department

Counseling

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for a Mental Health Counselor. The Mental Health Counselor conducts intakes and provides short-term counseling for a diverse student population with evidence-based techniques and interventions for individual, couples, group counseling and crisis intervention. The mental health counselor will also assist with mental health programming with workshops/ presentations, and consult in accordance with ethical guidelines with students, faculty, staff, and families. AA/EOE

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (required)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), [preferred], Licensed Master Social Worker, (Currently licensed in Louisiana to provide counseling services)
1-3 years or prior experience in collegiate and/or clinical setting.
Experience with utilizing evidence-based techniques and interventions for a historically underserved population with culturally competent care
Experience providing telehealth health counseling services and utilizing a EHR system.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (required)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (preferred) (Currently licensed in Louisiana to provide counseling services)
1-3 years or prior experience in collegiate and/or clinical setting.
Experience with utilizing evidence-based techniques and interventions for a historically underserved population with culturally competent care.
Prior experience working with adolescents and or adults

Special Requirements Summary

Work Hours

40 hours per week (2 full time-counselor positions available)

KSA's

Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

Experience providing telehealth health counseling services and utilizing a EHR system
Knowledge of current trends regarding college students and mental health
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and time management skills
Ability to be work collaboratively with colleagues

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

Strictly follow all ethical standards of the mental health profession including professional code of ethics whether ACA, NASW, APA, and or ADRA and follow federal confidentiality, FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
Conduct intakes and provide individual, group or couples counseling as well as crisis intervention and case management to promote efficacy of care for clients.
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with client and monitor client’s clinical progress.
Maintain accurate and current clinical records within the Electronic Health Record system regarding progress notes, phone/email notes, treatment plans, counseling informed consent, termination summaries and relevant forms in accordance with Counseling & Psychiatric Services policy and procedures.
Consult with Counseling & Psychiatric Services team regarding clinical matters and crisis
Consult and collaborate with Student Health, Office of Disability Services, Faculty/Staff in accordance with ethical guidelines
Serves on Counseling & Psychiatric Services on-call emergency response rotation as determined by supervisor and staffing.
Provide referral and follow-up to community agencies per ethical guidelines and collaborate with the Care Coordinator regarding client referral.
Attend Counseling & Psychiatric Services staff meetings
Engage in continuing education via on-campus and external training for professional competence
Provide mental health workshops or campus outreach
Act as a liaison between Xavier and other mental health, medical and social services agencies serving the mental health needs of the Xavier student population.
Perform other duties as assigned including Orientation and Commencement

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S476P

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

02/09/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Date

01/27/2026

Application Review Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Attach online only your resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3742

About Xavier

About Xavier

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black University in the United States. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier prides itself in its diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates a variety of educational practices, including research and service learning.