Part-Time Academic Hourly Clinical Counselor (Mandarin-Speaking)

Counseling Center

Student Affairs

The University of Illinois Counseling Center is hiring one or more hourly clinical counselors to provide clinical assessment, counseling, and triage for individual clients. The successful candidate will join an energetic, diverse team of nearly 50 staff including 29 clinicians, 4 pre-doctoral interns, 6 counseling center professional staff, 7 administrative staff, as well as a team of undergraduate paraprofessionals and master’s level practicum counselors. The University of Illinois Counseling Center's mission is to provide culturally competent services to a diverse clientele presenting with a wide range of psychological, educational, social, and developmental concerns. The Counseling Center is also an APA approved pre-doctoral internship site. Individuals with diverse backgrounds, experience and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary
Primary job duties are to provide clinical assessments and counseling for individuals and couples; in addition, may provide group counseling and/or emergency triage services as needed. The clinical counselor at times may provide clinical supervision of practicum students and other new staff (when appropriate and depending on need); and other duties as assigned. Seeking candidates who are available for at least one full-day (7-8 hours) shift per week. This is an in-person (on campus) position.

To meet the service demand for our diverse student body, we are particularly looking for bilingual clinicians who speak English and Mandarin. Successful candidates will be fluent in Mandarin and have experience providing psychological services in Mandarin.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide time-limited counseling services for individuals and couples
• Conduct initial intakes and assessments
• Manage clinical crises and triage services
• Participate in psychological emergency and trauma response
• Provide group counseling services through a general therapy group or a group that addresses a specific clinical issue or the needs of a particular population of students
• Other duties as assigned
• Be able to fulfill all duties using both English and Mandarin

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or Masters in Social Work or Counseling required. Must currently possess appropriate professional licensure in Illinois: Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin. Experience providing psychological services in Mandarin.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to fulfill all duties using both English and Mandarin

Appointment Information

Generally, this position will be a minimum of 9 months (within the academic calendar schedule) to provide adequate continuity. This position may last for a longer period of time by mutual consent of the incumbent and the Center and will be reviewed with option to renew contract on an annual basis.

This is an in-person (on campus) position, and the work hours will vary depending on need and candidate availability. Weekly schedule will be 1-3 days/week. Percent time may increase at a later date. The Counseling Center hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays, and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Proposed start date is as soon as possible.

The previously determined hourly rate of pay for this position is $50-55/hour dependent on qualifications; paid for full shift regardless of number of client meetings.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on March 23, 2026. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Please submit a letter of application, resume and contact information for three current references. At least one reference should be able to speak to the candidate's proficiency in providing psychological services in Mandarin. For further information about this specific position, please contact Dr. Sue Stock, srstock@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Additionally, this position is a security sensitive position.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

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