Associate Director of Peer Leadership

Associate Director of Peer Leadership

Salary

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Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

7266967

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

06/30/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/7266967

Class Code:

UP03

Position Number:

7266967

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Associate Director of Peer LeadershipDepartment:SAAS UHS Counseling and Psychology Services

Advertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time:Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryAssociate Director of Peer Leadership

Help shape the future of peer-based mental health and well-being support at the University of South Carolina.

The University of South Carolina's Student Health and Well-Being seeks a fully independent licensed mental health clinician to serve as Associate Director of Peer Leadership. This high-impact leadership role is for a clinician with strong clinical judgment, experience supervising peer leaders in a collegiate setting, and a passion for expanding peer-based mental health and emotional well-being support. As a key member of the Counseling and Psychology Services leadership team, the Associate Director will guide, train, and mentor student peer leaders while helping shape the next evolution of peer support on campus.

This position offers the opportunity to build on an established foundation, while bringing creativity, structure, and vision to what comes next. The successful candidate will balance direct student supervision with program leadership, support a growing cohort of peer leaders and a graduate assistant, and contribute to curriculum development, outreach, assessment, campus partnerships, and data-informed program improvement. With significant institutional investment in peer support services, this role is ideal for a licensed clinician seeking to leave a lasting legacy by strengthening a proactive, student-centered culture of mental health and well-being at the University of South Carolina.

Primary Job Duties

• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of peer support and peer leadership programs
• Supervise peer leaders
• Lead the design, execution, and evaluation of strategic goals for the program area
• Provide counseling and psychological services to students, including individual, couples, and group therapy
• Provide crisis and emergency services as needed

Perks:

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• Generous annual and sick leave accrual along with 13 paid holidays.
• An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina's capital city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
• Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
• Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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Minimum and Additional Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and religious backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong crisis management and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and engage with external partners.
• Ability to balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using data management and evaluation software for program assessment.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in program development, implementation, and evaluation, with a focus on mental health and wellness initiatives.
• Experience supervising professional staff, graduate students, or peer educators.
• Crisis intervention experience and familiarity with campus crisis response protocols.
• Willing to work occasional evening and weekend hours required for campus events, programs, or emergencies.

Additional Comments

Job Close Date

08/09/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by August 9, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

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