Counselor

Lesley University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition programs

Job summary

A university in Cambridge is seeking a Counselor for its University Counseling Center. The role includes providing individual and group counseling, conducting assessments, and supporting student behavioral health. Candidates should have a Master’s Degree and 2-3+ years of experience in a clinical setting. Competitive benefits package offered, emphasizing equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience as a licensed clinician.
• Experience working with students in a higher education setting.
• Preference for candidates with experience in expressive therapies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct short-term individual and group counseling.
• Conduct assessments and provide treatment recommendations.
• Offer consultation and education to faculty and staff.

Skills

Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic skills

Experience with BIPOC communities

Experience with LGBTQIA+ communities

Mindfulness techniques

Group therapy experience

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work

Currently licensed in Massachusetts

Job description

Overview

Lesley is seeking a Counselor to join our University Counseling Center. The University Counseling Center provides high-quality, student-centric counseling services to a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct short-term individual, group, in-person and teletherapy psychological counseling and crisis intervention services to students.
• Conduct assessments and provide recommendations for the most appropriate treatment; deliver crisis intervention and support for individual students and student groups in emergency situations.
• Provide referral services to outside resources when a higher level of care is needed.
• Provide consultation and education to faculty and staff regarding student behavioral and emotional issues, classroom concerns, and current behavioral health issues.
• Collaborate within Student Life and Academic Development (SLAD) to provide educational programs and workshops; participate in orientation, admissions and outreach events across the University; and engage in professional development activities to maintain licensure and enhance professional skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work
• 2-3+ years of experience as a licensed clinician with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic skills, particularly using short-term treatment interventions and crisis intervention
• Experience working with students in a higher education setting
• Preference given to candidates with experience/interest in one or more areas: BIPOC communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, international students, neurodiversity, artists, expressive therapies, IFS, DBT, group therapy, spirituality in psychotherapy, mindfulness
• Must be currently licensed in Massachusetts
• Occasional evening or weekend responsibilities

Location and Organization

Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University provides graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences, with a diverse student body and alumni network.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance. We also offer significant paid time off, a generous retirement plan, and tuition programs that enable employees and their dependents to expand their knowledge and skills.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Lesley is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to foster a campus culture that supports belonging for all. The University prohibits discrimination based on protected categories in education programs or employment. Details are available from the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Expressing Interest

A letter of interest, CV/resume, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.