Clinical Counselor

About Maine College of Art & Design

At Maine College of Art & Design, we believe in fostering a creative and inclusive community where art transforms lives and enriches the world. We are committed to diversity, equity, and social responsibility, ensuring every community member feels respected and valued.

We seek a compassionate and experienced part-time Clinical Counselor to provide individual and group counseling services, crisis intervention, and referrals for our student body. This is an excellent opportunity for a mental health professional passionate about supporting students' emotional well-being in a creative environment.

Position Overview

The Clinical Counselor is essential in supporting student mental health at MECA&D. You will work closely with students to provide individual and group counseling services, respond to crises, and collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure a holistic approach to student well-being. This part-time role offers 20 hours per week during the academic year (mid-August to mid-May).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide confidential counseling services to students, both individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with the Mental Health Counselor to support students experiencing emotional crises and refer to external mental health providers when necessary.
• Develop and implement personalized counseling plans for individual students.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of counseling sessions in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
• Attend supervision and team meetings, training, and development opportunities related to counseling and student mental health.
• Track and report data on student engagement and mental health trends to help improve services.

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in mental health counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Active licensure as a mental health professional in Maine, in good standing.
• At least one year of relevant experience in counseling or mental health support (preferred).
• Experience working with diverse populations, including students from varied cultural, economic, and social backgrounds.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• A commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for all students.

What We Offer

Join a collaborative team where your skills as a counselor can profoundly impact students' lives. Maine College of Art & Design offers a supportive and inclusive work environment that values professional growth.

Hours: Up to 20 hours per week throughout the academic year (mid-August to mid-May)

Rate: $30.00 per hour

Recognizing that no candidate will possess all the relevant skills and experience, we encourage you to apply if you align with many qualifications and interests in this role. While there is no deadline for submitting your application, the application period will close when the position is filled.

Ready to Apply?

Are you excited about the opportunity to support students in accessing the financial resources they need to succeed at a leading art and design college? If you’re passionate about positively impacting higher education, we’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your application as a single PDF detailing your experience and passion for counseling and the arts and email it to employment@meca.edu. The PDF must include:

1. A cover letter that describes how the candidate’s experience, accomplishments, and qualifications intersect with the listed position description;
2. A resumé/curriculum vitae;
3. A diversity statement;
4. A list of four references with contact information, one of which should be a prior supervisor or professor.

Maine College of Art & Design is committed to fully including all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment to fostering a culture of equity and belonging, the College will take steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, perform the position's essential functions, and receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@meca.edu.

Maine College of Art & Design is a nonprofit organization and an equal-opportunity "at-will" employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities based on an individual's ability and qualifications. We do not discriminate against people based on race, citizenship, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, mental or physical disability.