Job Details

Lead Master Level Clinician

Position Number: 6454943
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Counseling

Lead Master Level Clinician

Posting Number: SP004947P
Division/College: Student Affairs
Department: Counseling and Mental Health Center
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

Reporting to the Director, the Lead Masters Level Clinician plays a vital role in supporting student well-being and advancing the mission of the Counseling & Mental Health Center (CMHC). This position provides clinical leadership and supervision for masters-level clinicians and delivers direct services including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, intake assessments, and case management. The Lead also engages in outreach, supports campus-wide mental health initiatives, and collaborates with campus partners. This dynamic role blends clinical service, leadership, and administrative responsibilities to expand the impact of CMHC services.

Position Overview:

The Lead Masters Level Clinician plays a critical leadership and clinical role within the Counseling & Mental Health Center (CMHC), supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of the student population. This position serves as both a seasoned mental health provider and a supervisor for a team of masters-level clinicians. They are also a central resource for consultation to faculty, staff, and other campus constituents regarding student mental health and behavioral concerns.

This position provides direct leadership and supervision to masters-level clinical staff, which includes assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, conducting regular supervision, and completing annual performance evaluations. The lead clinician fosters a collaborative and supportive environment by facilitating ongoing training and professional development opportunities, staying current with clinical best practices, and promoting high standards of care within the team. In coordination with the Director and other leadership staff, this position helps shape service delivery models, ensures adherence to ethical and legal standards, and contributes to the overall direction of the CMHC.

In addition to clinical and supervisory duties, the Lead Masters Level Clinician is actively involved in program development and administrative functions. They participate in the coordination and implementation of campus-wide initiatives related to student mental health, contribute to policies and procedures that enhance service efficiency, and manage the administration of outreach programming by responding to requests and assigning appropriate staff. The role also involves representing the CMHC in university meetings and working groups, advocating for student needs, and collaborating with campus partners such as student affairs, residence life, academic support, and health services to develop integrated approaches to student well-being.

Required Experience:

Providing clinical and counseling services to an adult population
Providing risk assessment, crisis interventions and brief counseling
Supervisory experience

Required Education:

Masters Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field

Required Other:

Licensure in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field in the state of Idaho or ability to acquire licensure by time of hire

Additional Preferred:

Licensure as a LCSW in the State of Idaho
Experience providing treatment for psychological trauma
Experience with the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders
Experience with Biofeedback
Experience working in a college or university counseling center
Experience with specific counseling modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing)
Knowledge of mental health resources in the community
Experience in working with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Knowledge of relevant ethical standards and guidelines

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $71,000 or higher, depending on experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain
Posting Date: 07/21/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered your "Letter of Qualification" must address each of the required qualifications. Additionally, please provide information in support of your application regarding the preferred qualifications as relevant.

For 1st consideration, please apply by August 11, 2025

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/48981

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.