Licensed Mental Health Counselor Sports Medicine Washington State University

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Job description

Washington State University

Sports Medicine

Pullman Regional Hospital in Pullman, Washington is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to provide culturally affirming mental health services for Sports Medicine and Washington State University student-athletes. This role includes individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and outreach tailored to the unique needs of a diverse student-athlete population. The counselor will also contribute to training programs that include practicum counselors, an American Psychological Association accredited doctoral internship and post-doctoral psychology residents and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team within WSU Athletics.

Pay Range: $68,036.00 - $102,190.00 Annually. Full time. Salary based on experience and qualifications.

Essential Functions:
Provide brief, focused counseling services and crisis intervention.
Work with high-risk individuals (e.g., suicide, eating disorders, PTSD).
Serve diverse student populations, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and international students.
Build collaborative relationships within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Qualifications:
Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or related field, or Doctorate in Psychology.
Bachelors degree and three years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience.
A Masters degree in related field may substitute for one year of professional work experience.
Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
License eligible in Washington State.

Essential Experience

Experience leading or directing the work of others.
Experience working with student-athletes and diverse populations.
Demonstrated experience working with student athletes, in clinical work and in outreach/other programming.
Knowledgeable about the rules and regulations of the NCAA, and able to quickly learn and adhere to the rules and regulations of the Division 1 Conference and WSU.

Preferred Experience:
Experience in high-profile intercollegiate athletics settings.
Expertise in areas like eating disorders and substance abuse.
Experience facilitating psychotherapy groups and outreach programs.

Benefits:
Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time.
Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Retirement with Matching Contributions.
Additional voluntary benefits and employee discounts.

Pullman, Washington is a vibrant community in eastern Washington. Home to Washington State University and 8 miles west of the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, Pullman offers big-city amenities coupled with small town charm. We enjoy excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, Pac-12 sporting events, a downtown filled with locally-owned businesses, and a plethora of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, camping, and water sports on the nearby Snake River. Regional airports offer daily flights to Seattle, Salt Lake City, Denver and Boise.

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