Mental Health Counselor

Job Category
:
Administrative Staff (2,3,4)

Requisition Number
: MENTA
002138

• Posted:
  October 13, 2025
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD 21701, USA

Hood College is seeking two part‑time Mental Health Counselors to join our team from August through May. These 10‑month positions offer a consistent 25‑hour workweek and play a vital role in supporting the mental health and well‑being of our diverse student population—including residential and commuter undergraduate students, as well as graduate students.

Reporting to the Vice President for Community and Inclusivity, the Mental Health Counselor(s) will provide direct, solution‑focused counseling services that foster resilience, personal growth, and academic success. In addition to individual clinical support, the counselor(s) will collaborate with campus partners and student organizations to deliver impactful outreach and educational programming and contribute to campus‑wide mental health initiatives and serve as advocates for student wellness.

A consistent weekly schedule will be determined collaboratively between the counselor and supervisor, within Counseling Center hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM). Additionally, one hour of weekly clinical supervision will be provided by a board‑approved supervisor.

• Provide clinical mental health services to students (75%)
  • Provide intake assessments and effective treatment planning.
  • Provide individual and group counseling to students presenting with a variety of personal, social, academic, and mental health concerns. Provide case management and appropriate referrals to off‑campus providers as needed. Provide crisis assessment, intervention, and consultation as needed during working hours.
  • Maintain accurate, adequate, and timely documentation of treatment records including assessment, treatment plans, progress notes, correspondence with others, and termination records.
  • Follow professional ethics, state laws, HIPAA/FERPA, and Hood College procedures for the administration and documentation of treatment records.
• Provide outreach, education and support on‑campus (15%)
  • Design and execute innovative mental health psycho educational programs and materials tailored to the specific experiences of students.
  • Provide training to faculty, staff and student leaders regarding trends in mental health generally and campus climate specifically.
  • Serve as a member of campus committees as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform administrative duties in an organized and ethical manner (10%)
  • Maintain clinical schedule, respond to email and phone inquiries within one business day during the week and the following Monday if on the weekend.
  • Attend regular staff, departmental and divisional meetings, professional development sessions and other meetings assigned by the supervisor.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with local hospitals, substance abuse and mental health agencies, and mental health professionals.
  • Observe state and national statutes and guidelines related to professional role, code of ethics, and confidentiality including HIPAA/FERPA.
  • Maintain professional licensure and credentials in good standing including the completion of required continuing education credits.
  • Generate up‑to‑date and accurate reports on a quarterly basis.

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student‑centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work or related field.
• Licensed to practice in the state of Maryland: LGPC, LGSW.
• At least one year of experience working with young adults.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and experience in supporting the specific mental health and wellness needs of individuals…