Part-Time Staff Psychologist

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

Drexel University in Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Counseling Center Staff member. The role provides culturally informed direct counseling to students, with on-site work and occasional virtual sessions, 20 hours per week year-round.

The successful candidate holds a PhD or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, is PA-licensed or eligible for licensure within 90 days, and has at least one year of counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation experience with diverse student

Qualifications

• PhD or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or related field.
• Active Pennsylvania license or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Minimum 1 year of experience providing personal counseling, crisis intervention, assessment and consultation.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally informed individual counseling, group therapy, initial assessments, crisis intervention, and referral services to students.
• Demonstrate commitment and experience in diversity and inclusion programming and clinical expertise with traditionally underserved or marginalized populations.
• Provide consultation to faculty, staff and administration regarding students.
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups, support groups, and conduct workshops on mental health-related topics.
• Provide supervision to trainees as required.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Education

PhD or Psy.D. in Clinical/Counseling Psychology

Job description

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a comprehensive, global, R1-level research institution with a unique model of experiential learning that combines academic rigor with one of the nation's premier cooperative education programs . Drexel was founded in 1891 to provide educational opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Today, we continue to prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change. Learn more about Drexel and our shared values .

Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. Drexel also participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. For more information on our extensive benefit offerings, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure .

• Enrollment Management and Student Success 1

Organization

• Drexel University 1

Job Summary

This is a part-time, year-round Counseling Center Staff position. The position will work 20 hours per week. This position will provide culturally informed direct client care to students. This person will also engage in consultation services; may provide supervision to trainees and share crisis on-call responsibilities. This position works primarily in-person and may provide virtual therapy services and participate in general Student Affairs functions as a member of an Office within Student Success.

Essential Functions

• Provide culturally informed individual counseling, group therapy, initial assessments, crisis intervention, and referral services to students.
• Demonstrate commitment, skill and experience in diversity and inclusion programming and clinical expertise in working with traditionally underserved or marginalized populations.
• Provide consultation to faculty, staff and administration regarding students.
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups, support groups, and conduct workshops on mental health-related topics.
• Provide supervision to trainees as required.
• Maintain APA professional ethics in all areas.
• Participate in clinical supervision.
• Attend Counseling Center Staff meetings; divisional meetings as needed.
• Additional tasks as assigned by Executive Director.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a PhD or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or related field.
• Active Pennsylvania licensed or ability to be Pennsylvania-license within the first 90 days of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing personal counseling, crisis intervention, assessment and consultation, preferably to late adolescent/early adult population and non-traditional students.
• Commitment and experience working with students with multiple marginalized intersecting identities, international students, veterans; Specifically providing culturally informed counseling, crisis intervention and consultation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work evenings once a week.

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Non-Exempt, grade L. Compensation for this grade ranges from$30.00 - $45.00 per hour. Please note that the offered rate for thisposition typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on thesuccessful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Jul 27 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Sep 27 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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