Position Details
Position Information
Department Counseling Center (MSA)
Position Title Academic Wage Appt - Salaried
Job Title Academic Wage: Staff Counselor
Appointment Type Academic Wage
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Counseling Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE ) salaried academic wage Staff Counselor position. This position is anticipated to last until August 30, 2026.
Counseling and Psychological Services ( CAPS ) provides a variety of services to help students address the challenges and difficulties they face. We are dedicated to helping students by providing brief counseling services, or - if more intensive or specialized care is needed - making referrals to health care providers in the community. Oregon State University is a campus of 28,000+ diverse students located in Corvallis, Oregon. For more information, visit: http://www.oregonstate.edu.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
-Top 1.4% university in the world
-More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
-1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
-2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
-7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
-100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
-35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
-217k+ alumni worldwide
-For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
-Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
-Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
-Retirement savings paid by the university.
-A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
-Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
-Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
-Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU's safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.
2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation! (https://bestplace4workingparents.com/policies/)
Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
60%- Provide individual, group, and couples counseling for students, conduct risk assessments, provide consultation for faculty, staff, and administrators, and conduct occasional outreach activities.
40%- Other Assigned Duties: Attend and participate in regular staff meetings, in-service training activities, committees, and case conferences; maintain and promote the highest ethical and professional standards commensurate with training and licensure; pursue professional development in service of the responsibilities of the position and the profession. Maintain a consistent and dependable work schedule. Maintenance of confidential student information, including record keeping and documentation, written reports and job-related data commensurate with current standards of the profession.
What You Will Need
Masters of Social Work, Masters of Counseling, Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy, or similar degree from an accredited program that can lead to mental health licensure. Doctoral degree also acceptable.
If not currently licensed, actively seeking licensure in respective discipline in the state of Oregon.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other various personnel/agencies, and as a member of a team, for the effective delivery of services to students.
A demonstrable commitment and ability to promote and enhance diversity, and ongoing development of multicultural competence in working with diverse student body.
Advanced knowledge of modern counseling theory, brief therapy, psychological practices and methods.
Ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and report activities in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and to prepare written document.
Ability to communicate orally, both in person and by telephone.
Ability to respond appropriately and in a timely manner to emergency situations.
Commitment to a developmental philosophy and a brief therapy model is required.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Currently licensed.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. This position is time-limited, and no assumption should be made that this will lead to a permanent position. A flexible schedule and remote work may be feasible, but most working hours will be on site in the CAPS office.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $85,000 - $95,000
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/175786
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09652UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/01/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date 08/30/2026
Posting Date 12/31/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 01/14/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Ian Kellems at ian.kellems@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-2131
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/175806
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
