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Associate Clinical, Counseling & Mental Health

PageUp Desc Code STU - Associate Clinical, Counseling & Mental Health

Function STU - Student Services

Subfunction Health Care Services

Discipline Counseling & Mental Health

Career Track C - Clinical

Career Track Level Individual Contributor - Level 1

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 02

RANGE $49734 - $89522

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 02B

RANGE $58023 - $81233

Classification Information

Counseling & Mental Health

Counseling and Mental Health is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental, behavioral and emotional problems and disorders. Through discussion of emotions and experiences, uses evidence-based counseling techniques to help patients dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being. Helps patients come up with goals and plan action.

Individual Contributor

In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.

Level 1

Entry: These positions are not equivalent to support positions. Rather, these are professional roles which require limited experience when considering industry or field standards. Positions considered developmental level A/P faculty should be mapped to this level.

C - Clinical

Roles that are focused on health care and clinical services for the organization.

Position Summary

The Associate Clinical position within Counseling and Mental Health is an entry-level professional role focused on providing essential therapeutic services to individuals in need of mental health support. Working under the supervision of senior clinicians, the Associate Clinical professional plays a key role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues. This includes conducting intake assessments, providing individual and group counseling sessions, and developing treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs. The Associate Clinical professional is responsible for utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help patients address issues impacting their mental well-being and achieve their therapeutic goals. In addition to direct patient care, the Associate Clinical professional collaborates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure the effective delivery of care. This may involve working alongside healthcare professionals in related fields, such as medical practitioners, counselors, and social workers, to provide holistic support to individuals seeking mental health services. The role also involves documenting patient progress, maintaining confidential patient records, and adhering to all ethical and legal guidelines related to mental health care. Regular supervision and mentorship from experienced clinical staff are provided to enhance professional development and ensure the delivery of high-quality care. As an entry-level position, the Associate Clinical role is designed to help build foundational skills in mental health counseling while offering opportunities for growth and advancement. The professional will gain valuable experience working with diverse patient populations, contributing to treatment planning and mental health initiatives, and engaging in ongoing learning to refine their clinical skills. This position provides a strong foundation for those interested in advancing their careers in counseling and mental health, offering opportunities for continued education, specialization, and leadership within the field.