University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Department: Counseling Center - 40240
Vacancy Number: TSP5724PST
Temp Position Type:
Job Category: Student Services
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
Successful candidates will be generalists with strong multi-cultural competencies and experiences, possessing specific interest in providing counseling services.
Responsibilities will include individual, AND group counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, and other duties, as assigned.
In addition to the general duties listed above, interest and expertise in one or more of the following is desired: mood regulation, anxiety management, crisis management, mind body principles or developmental issues.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Position requires a master's or doctoral degree in psychology, social work or counseling psychology, counseling or clinical social work
- Must be licensed in NC as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Psychologist, Health Services Provider (LP, HSP)
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- 7 years post master's clinical experience or a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology, counseling or clinical social work.
- Experience providing counseling services to college aged students.
Required Certifications or Licensure:
- License to provide clinical counseling services in the State of North Carolina
- Must be licensed in NC as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Psychologist, Health Services Provider (LP, HSP)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
College/School Information:
Work Hours: Varies between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Days: Varies between Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week: 20/hours per week
Type of Position:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $35.00 - $50/per hour
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note, this is a temporary position.
The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting Date: 09/15/2026
Job Closing Date: 11/15/2026
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Multi-Positions
To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40820
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
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