Part-Time Licensed Mental Health Counselor

St.-John; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 92.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

St. John’s University seeks a compassionate and qualified Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join the CAPS team on a part-time, hourly basis. The role focuses on serving college students’ mental health with direct clinical services, including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach.

Services are offered primarily during evenings and weekends to meet student needs. The position requires a Master’s degree, active licensure, and at least 1 year of post-licensure

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted licensure in the state (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LPC, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 1 year of post-licensure clinical experience, preferably in a college or young adult setting.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, crisis response, and brief counseling.
• Experience working with diverse populations (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, international students, students with disabilities).
• Commitment to ethical standards and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Aufgaben

• Provide short-term, goal-oriented individual counseling to a diverse student population.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessments; provide referrals as needed.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with campus partners for coordinated student care.
• Participate in outreach and wellness events promoting mental health awareness.
• Attend staff meetings and supervision as scheduled.

Kenntnisse

Licensure

Clinical experience

Crisis intervention

Diversity experience

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Counseling or related field

Jobbeschreibung

St. John’s, established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.? As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.? We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.?Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Title: Part-Time Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Hourly)

Department: Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

Campus: Queens

Position Description:

St. John’s University seeking a compassionate and qualified Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join the CAPS our team on a part-time, hourly basis. This role is ideal for a dedicated clinician interested in supporting college students’ mental health and wellness through evening and weekend services. The counselor will provide direct clinical services, including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, and outreach programming. Services will be offered primarily during evenings and on weekends to best meet student needs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide short-term, goal-oriented individual counseling to a diverse student population.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessments; provide referrals as needed.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
• Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Student Affairs, Residence Life, Academic Advising) as needed for coordinated student care.
• Participate in outreach and wellness events that promote mental health awareness.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical practices in alignment with professional standards and university policy.
• Attend required staff meetings and supervision, as scheduled.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted licensure in the state (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LPC, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 1 year of post-licensure clinical experience, preferably in a college or young adult setting.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, crisis response, and brief counseling.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, international students, and students with disabilities.
• Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills, particularly using short-term treatment interventions.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice, as well as personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to collaborate with other departments and college administrators.
• Strong crisis assessment and crisis management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $57.00. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

*Important Note- St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.