A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
FT Academic Professional - Mental Health Counselor Posting Closes at 11:55 PM on: 07/30/2026
Hours Per Week:
40
Hours Compensation Type:
FT Academic Prof-Pay Based on
FT Salary Schedule New Hire Starting Pay:
Rate of pay is based on the required qualifications of this position.
Employee Classification:
Counselors Level:
FT 43
Week Counselor-MD Division:
Student Affairs Division - 20000
Department:
Counseling - 20220
Campus Location:
LCC Downtown Campus Position Type:
Regular/Continuing Bargaining Unit:
MAHE To view the applicable labor contract, visit the Labor Relations web site. For information about the benefits offered, please visit the Benefits web site.
Job Summary:
The Full-Time Professional Mental Health Counselor provides mental health and personal counseling services to a diverse student population in support of student well-being, retention, and academic success. The Counselor delivers individual and group counseling, consultation, referral, outreach, and crisis intervention services in accordance with Michigan licensure requirements and the ethical standards of the American Counseling Association; in addition to maintaining a regular in-person, on-campus presence to support students and collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners. This position helps promote a safe, responsive, and supportive learning environment through direct service, campus engagement, and coordinated intervention efforts. Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community. LCC policy requires all LCC employees to be residents of the State of Michigan and to perform all work (with limited exceptions) within the State of Michigan. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.
Required Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Significant documented experience in mental health counseling Must possess one of the following current Michigan credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-Clinical), Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW-Clinical), Licensed Psychologist (LP), or Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with a diverse student population
Preferred Qualifications:
Direct experience providing mental health services within a community college or higher education setting Active membership in professional organizations such as the American College Counseling Association (ACCA) or National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Demonstrated commitment to student equity, success, and inclusion, specifically regarding the needs of underserved and non-traditional students Lansing Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at lcc.edu/consumer-information/equal.html .
Advertised:
16 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 30 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
