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Job Summary 

Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls more than 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University values diversity and fosters a climate that is grounded in respect and inclusion to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

The Towson University Counseling Center (TUCC) seeks to fill a General Outreach Specialist position. This position will perform general outreach duties as well as provide counseling and psychological services to the Towson University community. The Outreach Specialist will also serve on university committees where appropriate and participate in other aspects of the Counseling Center’s mission as assigned.

We are a strong, vibrant Center that values diversity, and we seek to provide a safe, welcoming, and affirming environment for all. We have an established and thriving doctoral training program in which all staff are involved. We seek an individual who will provide an innovative vision and administrative leadership in general outreach initiatives. Applicants with strong cultural competence expertise will be given extra consideration.

Responsibilities and Duties

Provides general outreach programming as assigned in addition to coordinating outreach efforts in specified areas. Manages peer education groups. Ongoing development of digital mental health content that can be delivered through social media, the TUCC website, digital signs, etc. Benchmark and engage in regular identification and use of best practices and high impact practices associated with educational outreach. Engages in regular assessment of outreach activities.

As time allows beyond outreach responsibilities, provides psychological services to students and consultation to faculty and staff on both a regular and emergency basis, and when necessary, during non-traditional hours. Provides clinical consultation to students and their families, and to the campus in support of the mental health of the campus. Adheres to agency standards regarding case management, documentation, and parameters of service.

The General Outreach Specialist also participates in the Student Affairs Division and supports the University mission in a variety of ways, such as collaborating with other departments on campus, attending university functions, and serving on task forces and committees as assigned.

Work Schedule: Standard business hours of the center are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, however, after hours and weekend coverage may be required for performance of outreach and consultation programs and services. 

Telework may be available for this position up to two days per week following the completion of 90 days of service in good standing.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master's degree in health promotion, health education, clinical or counseling psychology, or related field.
• Experience in a college or University Counseling center is preferred.

Salary and Benefits 

Targeted Hiring Range is $55,000 - $60,000 and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 15 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, please click here. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

If you are motivated, innovative and team-oriented, we would love to hear from you.  
For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application. 
This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days.  

The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors has been our top priority and the focus of every one of our decisions since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the University System of Maryland (USM) has strongly encouraged full COVID vaccination and up-to-date booster shots (when eligible) for all faculty, staff, and students at all schools in the USM as both a reasonable and necessary means of protecting our health and safety. 

About Towson University

The largest comprehensive university in the Baltimore area, Towson University is nationally recognized for its excellent programs in the arts and sciences, communications, business, health professions, education, fine arts and computer information systems. Located in suburban Towson, eight miles north of Baltimore, our beautifully landscaped, 328-acre setting offers a pleasant environment for study and a diverse campus life, as well as easy access to a wealth of university and community resources. Towson University's educational experience branches out to off-campus locations throughout Maryland, including a number of online options. Our many interdisciplinary partnerships with public and private organizations throughout Maryland provide opportunities for research, internships and jobs. Towson University is a founding member of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU).

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