Mental Health Clinician

Penn State; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to provide comprehensive mental health services to student-athletes within the Department of Integrated Behavioral Health. Responsibilities include individual, group, and crisis counseling, assessment, triage, and coordination with medical and external providers.

The role requires a master's degree and licensure (LPC/LCSW/LP or similar) with eligibility to obtain within six months, plus experience in athlete settings

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling or related field.
• Licensure as LPC, LCSW, LP or equivalent within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with student-athlete mental health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling to student-athletes.
• Assess, triage, and develop immediate safety or treatment plans.
• Serve as Integrated Behavioral Health contact for athletic teams.
• Consult with coaches and staff on student-athlete mental health needs.
• Coordinate care with sports medicine and external providers.
• Develop and deliver mental health training and wellness workshops.
• Maintain confidential clinical records and ensure compliance.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation and supervise trainees.

Skills

Clinical skills

Crisis management

Communication

Team collaboration

Professional boundaries

Discretion

Independent work

Diversity competence

Education

Master's degree in Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Psychologist

Job description

**POSITION SPECIFICS**Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics, a Division I and Big Ten Conference Institution, is seeking a Mental Health Clinician for the Department of Integrated Behavioral Health. This position is responsible for the assessment, triage, and provision of comprehensive clinical mental health services tailored specifically to the unique, high-pressure environment of student-athletes. **Responsibilities & Duties Include:** * Clinical Care: Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling to student-athletes* Assessment & Triage: Conduct mental health screenings, manage crisis interventions, and design immediate safety or treatment plans.* Team Point Person: Serve as the designated Integrated Behavioral Health contact for specific athletic teams.* Staff Consultation: Consult directly with coaches, athletic trainers, and staff regarding student-athlete mental health, using high-level discretion to balance communication with clinical confidentiality.* Case Management: Coordinate care with sports medicine, psychiatric providers, and off-campus specialists, managing referrals and follow-ups.* Workshops & Outreach: Develop and deliver targeted mental health training, stress management workshops, and wellness initiatives for teams and staff.* Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records in compliance with university, state, and federal laws.* Program Support: Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation and assist with the supervision or mentorship of interns and trainees as needed.**Required Skills & Abilities:*** Strong clinical skills in assessment, mental health counseling, and crisis management.* Understanding of college athletics culture and the unique needs of the athlete population.* Strong organizational skills to handle multiple team needs independently.* A solid understanding of boundaries and professional ethics.* Ability to problem-solve, handle sensitive information and nuanced situations.* Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary interdepartmental team.* Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, coaches, and staff and use high level discretion.* Able to demonstrate the ability to work well with a diverse group of clients. **Educational/Certification Requirements:*** Master's degree (or higher) in Counseling or related discipline.* Licensure: Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, or related discipline or has the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. **Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience (can include an internship) providing mental health counseling and performance enhancement services to athletes, preferably in a university or college counseling center setting.* Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) credential or progress toward it.* Experience with specialty areas such as substance misuse and disordered eating.* Experience working in competitive athletic environments. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**If filled as Mental Health Counselor - Senior Professional, this position requires:Master's Degree6+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional CounselorsIf filled as Psychologist - Advanced Professional, this position requires:Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) or Doctor of Psychology (PSYD)3+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:Licensed Psychologist - Pennsylvania State Board of PsychologyIf filled as Mental Health Counselor - Principal Professional, this position requires:Master's Degree8+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors### **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.### **SALARY & BENEFITS**The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $65,508.00 - $108,444.00.