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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 an Outreach, Prevention and General Specialist position. This position will develop and implement psychoeducational outreach programming for the campus community focused on improving and maintaining psychological well-being, prevention of mental health problems, and raising awareness of mental health resources on campus. The individual selected for this position 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. Telework may be available for this position up to two days per week following the completion of 90 days of service in good standing.

Responsibilities and Duties

Outreach and Consultation: Develops and implements psychoeducational outreach programming for the campus community focused on improving and maintaining psychological wellbeing, prevention of mental health problems, and raising awareness of mental health resources on campus. Manages peer education groups.  Helps with ongoing development of digital mental health content that can be delivered through social media, the TUCC website, digital signs, etc. 
Student Affairs and University-Wide Participation: 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.
Psychological Services (optional): As time allows beyond outreach responsibilities, provides psychological services to students, 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.
Other duties 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. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s or doctoral degree in psychology, counseling, health education and promotion, public health, 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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