Counselor

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester; Sur place; GBP 39 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks a Counselor to provide counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, and outreach programming for students. The role emphasizes understanding intersectional identities and collaboration with staff, faculty, and partners, contributing to a supportive campus climate.

The position is 10 months, with a strong ethical and professional approach to care. The Counselor will lead with excellent problem-solving and communication skills, maintain HIPAA-compliant

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a counseling-related field.
• License-eligible as MH counselor, psychologist, or social worker in MA.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Experience with DBT/ACT/CBT therapies preferred.
• College counseling experience is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality counseling services including individual, group, and couples sessions.
• Conduct crisis intervention and outreach referrals; maintain records in Titanium system.
• Offer after-hours on-call coverage in weekly rotation.
• Collaborate with campus offices to design outreach programs on mental health.
• Engage in case management and liaison work with campus partners.
• Participate in committees and training; support interns and staff.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Multicultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Formation

Master's degree in Counselor Education or related field

Outils

Titanium record system

Description du poste

JOB TITLE

Counselor

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Student Development & Counseling Center - SDCC

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Counselor provides counseling, assessment, consultation, crisis intervention, outreach referrals, and programming to support the emotional health and personal growth of WPI students. The Counselor is a collaborative team player who pursues a deepening understanding of the intersectional identities of all members of our WPI community, while providing education and guidance to staff, faculty, parents, student leaders, and other campus partners. The Counselor leads with strong ethical standards and excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills. This is a 10-month position.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality counseling services to WPI students by:Offering short-term individual, group, and couples counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach referralsConducting alcohol and other drug assessments mandated by the Dean of Students officeMaintaining schedule and timely clinical records and notes through the HIPAA-compliant Titanium record systemProviding crisis intervention, consultation, and assessment as neededServing as after-hours on-call clinician in weekly rotationProviding support to the WPI community in the event of a critical incident
• Support specific program activities and initiatives through:Working in coordination with other campus offices and student groups on campus to design, market, and provide outreach programming on topics related to mental health, emotional growth, and personal developmentParticipating in Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life meetings and activities, including events organized by other campus partners to support the WPI communityServing on Division or Campus-Wide committees as appropriateAssisting in the selection and training of internsProviding peer supervision, clinical case consultation, and training to interns and other professional staff within the Student Development and Counseling CenterParticipating in the Worcester Consortium Counselors meetings as scheduledAttending relevant conferences and staying abreast of trends in higher education, particularly pertaining to student life, mental health, and well-being
• Engage in case management to connect students with appropriate levels of care by:Facilitating referrals to support staff in other offices at WPI Negotiating clinical coordination, referrals, and consultation with outpatient providers as appropriateSupporting students in outreach with campus partnersCollaborating with the Clinical Case Manager to develop and maintain a clinical resource library
• Administer consulting and outreach programming by:Consulting and collaborating with students, staff, faculty, and parents to best support the mental health and well-being of WPI studentsServing as liaison to Student Affinity SpacesServing as advisor and providing consultation for relevant student organizations, including but not limited to SPARC (Students Preventing Assault and Rape in our Community), SMART, and Active Minds
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Counselor Education, Counseling Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education Counseling, or Clinical Psychology required
• License-eligible as a Mental Health Counselor, Psychologist, or Social Worker in the State of Massachusetts
• 1 year of experience
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to work with a diverse population of students in individual, group, and programming settings
• Adaptable, creative, and able to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Experience working in a college counseling environment preferred
• Skills, knowledge, and experience specifically focused on the needs of students of color, students from indigenous communities, LGBTQIA+ students, international students, first-generation students, and students holding other intersectional identities
• Experience in goal-focused individual and group therapy models (DBT, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT)
• College mental health experience preferred

Salary Grade 6: $52,000 – $56,000 per year (depending on experience)

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.