Stockton University is ranked among the top public universities in the Northeast with more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as continuing education opportunities. The University, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, offers unique living and learning environments throughout southern New Jersey, including the 1,600-acre Galloway campus in the Pinelands National Reserve and Stockton University Atlantic City, located in the University District, just steps from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk. Additional locations include Hammonton, Manahawkin and Woodbine. As a public university, Stockton provides an environment for excellence to our student body through an interdisciplinary approach to liberal arts, sciences, and professional education. Founded in 1969, Stockton held its first classes in 1971. The University’s commitment to a welcoming and vibrant community makes Stockton a great place to learn and work! Learn more about the many reasons to choose Stockton at www.Stockton.edu.
Faculty and Staff are committed to support Stockton University’s strong student-centered vision and mission.
This is an in-person on campus, non-remote position. The University has implemented a program allowing employees to work from home one day a week. Participation is subject to Divisional Executive approval depending on operational need.
TES - Part-time Mental Health Counselor (September-May)
- Galloway, New Jersey
- Student Health & Wellness
- Temporary (TES)
- Opening on: May 1 2025
Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)
Department: Student Health & Wellness
Salary Information: $30.00 per hour
Work Hours: Mon -Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
Brief Job Overview/Summary
Reporting to the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services, and working out of the Office of Counseling Services, the part-time counselor will provide emotional and academic support to our students. The part-time counselor will promote inclusive student success within the diverse college experience through their commitment to campus outreach, retention and community development. Responsibilities will include: assessment, short-term counseling, (including co-occurring counseling), conflict resolution, crisis counseling, and group counseling. The part-time counselor will also provide workshops to, and training activities with, various student constituents, cooperative activities and programs with other Student Life staff, off campus referral and offer emergency support.
Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
• Provide confidential, short term, student centered, culturally responsive and solution focused individual and group counseling to students who may be experiencing personal difficulties that interfere with their university adjustment and success.
• Conduct walk in, triage and crisis services
• Maintain confidential records of highly sensitive information due to HIPAA and FERPA laws
• Maintain the timely completion of clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and departmental requirements for documentation and storage of confidential files
• Other clinical, outreach and psychoeducational duties
• Support the regular evaluation of services to maintain up to date understanding of counseling needs
Required Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work
- Candidate must be licensed (LPC or LCSW) in New Jersey
- Current NJ license as a LCSW, LPC, or related field, or license-eligible within 12 months
- Excellent communication skills, including interpersonal, written and oral
- Effective organizational and administrative skills
- Timeliness and attention to detail in work functions
Preferred Qualifications:
• College counseling experience
• Bilingual
• Active CADC OR LCADC Licensure
Screening Information:
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.
Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
- A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts
Please note:
- Stockton University is an equal opportunity institution. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Stockton University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (including, but not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations as appropriate. An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process by contacting Bart Musitano, Manager for University Pensions and Benefits within the Office of Human Resources (Main Campus, J-115) at 609-652-4384, Monday-Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm
- All offers of employment are contingent upon a favorable background check, which may include social intelligence from a consumer reporting agency.
- In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
- Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act (Clery Act), prospective employees may access Stockton’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) at https://www.stockton.edu/police/crime-statistics.html. The ASFSR contains the previous three years of reported Clery Act crime statistics, fire safety information and information regarding campus and personal safety. Paper copies of the report are available at the Stockton University Police Department, building 71, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway Township, NJ, or call 609-652-4390, to request that a copy be sent via postal mail.
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