Clinical Counselor
Disability Resources and Educational Services
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Job Summary
The primary role of this position is to serve as a generalist counselor, offering clinical services at DRES. The ideal candidate will be a versatile professional, adept at working both independently and collaboratively. Key responsibilities include providing individual therapy, supervising graduate student trainees, providing group therapy, and delivering outreach and prevention programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Disability Resources and Educational Services
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Job Summary
The primary role of this position is to serve as a generalist counselor, offering clinical services at DRES. The ideal candidate will be a versatile professional, adept at working both independently and collaboratively. Key responsibilities include providing individual therapy, supervising graduate student trainees, providing group therapy, and delivering outreach and prevention programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide individual counseling/psychotherapy for DRES-registered students with disabilities.
- Master's degree in social work or counseling; or doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, or school psychology.
- Experience providing mental health services to clients from a wide range of backgrounds as a generalist clinician.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising mental health trainees.
- Currently possess appropriate professional licensure in Illinois: Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- Strong clinical skills in therapy are required.
- Experience with and knowledge of disability-related issues
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. The salary range for this position is $70,000- $90,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.
This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 9, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact AHS-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1038658
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
