Tarleton State University

Tarleton State University

Crisis Counselor - Advocate, Student Counseling Services

Stephenville, TX · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$49k-$68kDetected 23 days ago
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Cap-exempt (no lottery)100
Sponsors year-round90
Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Crisis Counselor - Advocate in the Department of Student Counseling Services.
  • As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.
  • Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond.

Responsibilities

  • Indirect Advocacy & Crisis Support: Provide consultation to faculty, staff, and students.
  • Liaison with Dean of Students Office, CARE team, campus and community law enforcement and others as appropriate to support student victims and students experiencing crises.
  • Performs other duties as assigned, including participation in recurring campus initiatives supporting the Division of Student Engagement and Success and the University as a whole, such as Duck Camps, Transition Week, and Commencement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality, prioritize competing demands, and remain organized and detail-oriented.
  • During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application.
  • Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
  • Direct Client Support: Provide risk assessment, crisis management, and brief treatment services for students seeking help for emotional and behavioral concerns.
  • Provide crisis follow-up appointments, transition planning for students accessing or leaving inpatient care, and support accessing post-crisis / ongoing care either through SCS or through another appropriate avenue.
  • Support advocacy services when crisis needs are lower including providing options, referrals, and information to students who experience crime, violence, or abuse.
  • Participates in clinical consultation and staffing activities and provides mentoring and support to undergraduate and graduate staff / interns.

Requirements

  • Master's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
  • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Employees must also successfully complete all required background screenings in accordance with university policies and complete required advocacy training in compliance with state requirements.
  • Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.
  • Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Nice to have

  • Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Skills

  • Demonstrated ability to work respectfully with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences while upholding client dignity.
  • Full licensure preferred.
  • Crisis response experience is preferred.

Compensation

  • The target base annual salary range is commensurate with experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Benefits

  • The primary focus of this role is mental health crisis response and support, while also completing required advocacy training in compliance with state requirements and providing advocacy services to students as needed.
  • The position contributes to education initiatives related to violence prevention and mental health and wellness, and may
  • Provide education to survivors on their rights and responsibilities.
  • Case Management & Consultation: Provides timely clinical documentation of counseling services in accordance with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) licensure requirements and SCS policies.
  • Experience working with college students in a higher education setting is strongly preferred, along with familiarity with on- and off-campus support resources and reporting options.
  • Required Education and Experience:
  • We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees.
  • Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.
  • In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.

This listing is sourced directly from Tarleton State University's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.