Careers @ MSU

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

The Counselor-Social Worker provides comprehensive individual and group counseling, advocacy, and psycho-social services to support University students, staff, and the public. This role addresses developmental, career, and mental/emotional health concerns, fostering a safe and supportive campus environment. The Counselor-Social Worker also collaborates with campus and community resources, supervises graduate students, and conducts workshops to educate and support the campus community on mental health and developmental issues.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address a range of mental health, career, and developmental issues, providing emotional support and crisis intervention as needed.
• Perform assessments, including administering and interpreting psychological and career-related tests, to support clients in understanding and overcoming personal and professional challenges.
• Develop and coordinate support groups focused on specific issues to foster a supportive peer community.
• Engage with current research on psychological issues and best practices to apply effective counseling techniques and resources.
• Prepare and maintain intake records, treatment notes, and statistical reports to document client care.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and campus or community resources, ensuring appropriate referrals and advocating for clients when engaging with other service providers.
• Collaborate with health services, campus safety, residence halls, faculty, and external community agencies to ensure cohesive and comprehensive support for clients.
• May provide primary supervision for social work and counseling graduate students, ensuring they meet professional standards in client care.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• State licensure as a Counselor or Social Worker (ACSW certification may be required for supervision of social work students).
• One to three years of progressively responsible experience in counseling or social work in a clinical or educational environment.
• Proficiency in using standard office technology, including email, internet, and basic computer software.
• Valid driver’s license (may be required based on position duties).
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment and adapt to a dynamic work setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter

Copy of licensure

Special Instructions

This position has remote work allotment of up to 2 days per week. Remaining 3 days must be onsite in East Lansing, MI

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

caps.msu.edu

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.