Mental Health Therapist

Gustavus Adolphus College; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Onsite health services

Free parking

Tuition benefit plan for employees and

Paid parental leave

Employer contribution to retirement

Workplace accommodations

Job summary

The Gustavus Adolphus College Counseling Center is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to provide high-quality services to students, including individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and campus outreach. The role emphasizes collaborative work within Student Life and a commitment to inclusive wellbeing.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling and Minnesota licensure readiness within one year, with emphasis on multicultural competent care and

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in a counseling-related field.
• Fully licensed or will be fully licensed in Minnesota within one year.
• Clinical experience in psychology/mental health counseling and crisis intervention.
• Demonstrated attentiveness to intersectionality and multicultural competency.
• Experience providing culturally-proficient clinical services to diverse populations and willingness for ongoing growth.

Responsibilities

• Meet individually with students for short-term therapy within a stepped care model.
• Conduct therapy/psycho-educational groups and support groups.
• Consult with faculty, staff and off-campus providers on student concerns.
• Assist with student orientations, classroom presentations, and training as appropriate.
• Collaborate with multiple campus departments on wellness initiatives.
• Refer students to off-campus services and follow up as needed.
• Respond to crisis situations and coordinate with campus resources.
• Participate in after-hours events in support of student wellness.
• Engage in collaborative office practices and annual retreats.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Multicultural competence

Interprofessional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling related field

Job description

Mental Health Therapist Counseling Center

Openings: 1

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to have a positive impact on the mental health, wellbeing, and academic success of all students by providing high quality mental health services within the Gustavus community through a highly collaborative office. This position requires strong, generalist clinical skills to assess and intervene with a wide range of presenting student concerns within a time-limited, comprehensive-care treatment model. The therapist provides initial triage and brief intake assessments, group and individual counseling, crisis intervention, assessments regarding danger to self or others, referrals, outreach presentations, psychoeducational workshops, and consultation. The Counseling Center is part of the Student Life Division and participates in outreach, collaboration, and committee events with the division regularly. The center is especially invested in impacting wellbeing for the campus as a whole and seeks candidates with experience in and/or passion for this system wide work.

• This position is on campus full-time from the beginning of August through the end of May.
• This position offers a distinct work-life balance, with summers off while maintaining full benefits eligibility.

Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000 annually

• This position is currently supported by donor funding for five years. As the funding period progresses, the College will evaluate the position based on available funding and institutional needs.

For full consideration, applications must be received by Oct. 5th, 2026. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee . The position start date is as soon as possible, fall semester 2026.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet individually with students, on a short-term basis (stepped care/comprehensive care model), regarding their therapeutic concerns.
• Conduct therapy/psycho-educational groups/support groups based on student need.
• Consult with faculty, staff and off-campus providers regarding student concerns.
• Assist with student orientations, classroom presentations, and training as appropriate.
• Collaborate with various departments including but not limited to: The Center for Inclusive Excellence, Health Service, Academic Advising, Accessibility Resources, Center for International and Cultural Education, and GustieWell (Peer Education/Chemical Health).
• Refer students to off-campus support services and follow up as needed.
• Respond to crisis situations and collaborate appropriately around student needs/concerns.
• Attend occasional outside of office/after hours Student Life events in support of wellness endeavors or student support/safety.
• Participate fully in collaborative office practices including staff meetings, clinical consultation, professional development, and annual retreats.
• Assist in creating and implementing wellbeing practices across campus as different initiatives occur.
• All other duties as assigned.

Prerequisites

MINIMUM EXPECTATIONS:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in a counseling related field.
• Preference will be given to candidates who are already fully licensed or will be fully licensed in Minnesota within one year
• Clinical experience in psychology/mental health counseling and crisis intervention.
• Demonstrated attentiveness to intersectionality and multicultural competency.
• Experience providing culturally-proficient clinical services to diverse and underrepresented populations and willingness for ongoing growth regardless of initial experience.
• Background and interest in the provision of community/campus-based outreach services.
• A self-motivated, self-directed commitment to high professional ideals
• A collaborative spirit of warmth, acceptance, respect and trust towards colleagues.
• Investment in maintaining collegial relationships that support our work with students- desire to collaborate and be in community with our small office.
• The energy to flexibly manage the professional demands of the role while maintaining positive and healthy perspectives and relationships.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The Counseling Center’s mission is to provide a safe and inclusive environment which fosters the wellbeing, resiliency, and holistic development of all students.

Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation’s leading private liberal arts colleges serving approximately 1,800 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.