Counselor (44 weeks) - Framingham State University

National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc.; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Framingham State University is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide psychological evaluation, psychotherapy and crisis intervention for student clients in the campus Counseling Center.

The position requires a Master's in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling and MA licensure as an LCSW, with experience serving adolescents and college students, plus crisis management and outreach duties.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling required (MSW or equivalent).
• Licensed MA LCSW or equivalent required.
• Experience with adolescents/college students preferred.
• Experience in individual and group therapy required.
• Experience with crisis management/clinical assessment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial evaluations and diagnostic assessments of students.
• Provides consultation, crisis intervention and/or psychotherapy to students.
• Provides group counseling sessions for students as needed.
• Assesses need for psychological testing and refers appropriately.
• Establishes liaison with community providers for treatment when needed.
• Plans and conducts campus outreach and preventive programs for underserved populations.
• Maintains confidential clinical records in line with laws and ethics.
• Promotes Counseling Center as a campus resource to prospective clients.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling

Licensed in Massachusetts as an LCSW

Experience with adolescents and college students

Experience in individual and group therapy

Experience in crisis management/response

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Staff Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Aug 4 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

To provide psychological evaluation, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention to student clients. To conduct preventive and outreach programming for the campus community. To serve as liaison with faculty, staff, parents, and community resources.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to the Director of the Counseling Center

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

N/A

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts initial evaluations and diagnostic assessments of students.
• Provides consultation, crisis intervention and/or psychotherapy to students for mental health issues related to personal and educational concerns.
• Provides group counseling sessions for students as needed.
• Assesses need for psychological testing and provides or refers for such services as is appropriate to training.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with and refers students to other community mental health providers for treatment when appropriate.
• Plans, initiates and conducts campus outreach and preventive programs particularly to underserved populations.
• Prepares and keeps clinical records current.
• Collects, stores, and uses client records in accordance with state and federal laws and standards of professional ethics so that the highest level of client confidentiality may be maintained.
• Develops and promotes Counseling Center as College resource by communicating information about services and policies of the Center to prospective clients.
• May direct or coordinate specific area(s) of Counseling Center function as assigned by Director (e.g., intern training, outreach programming).
• Consults with and advises faculty and administrative staff regarding mental health issues affecting the education process.
• Serves as liaison to other offices/departments and serves on Student Affairs and campus-wide committees as assigned.
• Attends/assists with University functions of general importance to the student body or University (e.g., Orientation, Commencement).
• Responsible for upholding federal, state and local laws as they relate to the practice of mental health.
• Accountable for ensuring that affirmative action, equal opportunity, and diversity are integrally tied to all actions and decisions in areas of responsibility.

WORKING CONDITIONS

In-office position

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Social Work, or,
• Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling, or,
• Licensed in Massachusetts as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Experience working with adolescents and young adults required; experience with college students preferred.
• Experience in individual therapy, group therapy, and outreach programming.
• Experience with clinical assessment and crisis management/response.
• Experience in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with an electronic health record.
• Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Staff Associate. This position works for 44 weeks during the academic year. The starting salary range is 65,000-$70,000.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.