Counselor

Worcester Polytech; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

WPI is seeking a Counselor to provide counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, and outreach for our student body. The role emphasizes collaboration, ethical practice, and understanding intersectional identities in a 10-month position.

Responsibilities include short-term counseling, assessments, on-call coverage, and coordination with campus offices. The role supports mental health initiatives and intern training within the SDCC.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling-related field required.
• License-eligible as Mental Health Counselor, Psychologist, or Social Worker in MA.
• 1 year of experience.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Experience in college counseling environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality counseling services: individual, group, couples; crisis intervention and referrals.
• Conduct alcohol and other drug assessments as mandated.
• Maintain clinical records in Titanium; HIPAA-compliant.
• Serve as after-hours on-call clinician in weekly rotation.
• Support campus partners with outreach programming on mental health topics.
• Assist in intern training and supervision.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Crisis intervention

Diversity & inclusion focus

Collaboration

Ethical judgment

Education

Master's Degree in Counselor Education, Counseling Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education Counseling, or Clinical Psychology

Tools

Titanium record system

Job description

Job Title

Counselor

Location

Worcester

Department

Student Development & Counseling Center - SDCC

Division

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality counseling services to WPI students by:
• Offering short-term individual, group, and couples counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach referrals
• Conducting alcohol and other drug assessments mandated by the Dean of Students office
• Maintaining schedule and timely clinical records and notes through the HIPAA-compliant Titanium record system
• Providing crisis intervention, consultation, and assessment as needed
• Serving as after-hours on-call clinician in weekly rotation
• Providing 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 development
• Participating in Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life meetings and activities, including events organized by other campus partners to support the WPI community
• Serving on Division or Campus-Wide committees as appropriate
• Assisting in the selection and training of interns
• Providing peer supervision, clinical case consultation, and training to interns and other professional staff within the Student Development and Counseling Center
• Participating in the Worcester Consortium Counselors meetings as scheduled
• Attending 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 appropriate
• Supporting students in outreach with campus partners
• Collaborating 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 students
• Serving as liaison to Student Affinity Spaces
• Serving 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: $55,400 – $63,250 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.

Compensation at WPI

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.

About WPI Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a vibrant and diverse community of extraordinary students, talented and dedicated staff, and world-renowned faculty. Along with its state-of-the-art research facilities, WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being. It is a community committed to civility and respect -making inclusion and belonging a reality for everyone on its campus.