Part-time Student Athlete Support Counselor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The Student-Athlete Support Counselor provides direct clinical care and support to Northeastern University student-athletes through University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) and Athletics. This on-site role includes one evening shift per week and involves brief psychological assessments, short-term psychotherapy, follow-up appointments, and triage support as needed.

The counselor collaborates with the full-time Student Athlete Support Clinician, Athletics staff, including athletic

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work/psychology/counseling or related field required; licensure or eligibility.
• Experience in intercollegiate or professional sports settings.
• Experience providing brief, evidence-based psychotherapy to young adults in a university counseling center or similar setting.
• Trauma-informed assessment and crisis intervention experience.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary campus environment.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, anti-oppressive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care and support to student-athletes via UHCS and Athletics.
• Conduct brief psychological assessments and short-term psychotherapy.
• Coordinate referrals for ongoing counseling and emergency services.
• One evening shift per week; triage as needed.
• Consult with Athletics and UHCS team; liaison with trainers and coaches.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Trauma-informed practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Equity and inclusion

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field

Licensure eligibility (LICSW/LMHC)

Job description

Part-time Student Athlete Support Counselor

About the Opportunity

This is a temporary 20-hours-per-week position supportingstudent-athletes throughout the academic year (September-May). Thisrole is not eligible for benefits.

Job Summary:

The Student-Athlete Support Counselor provides direct clinical careand support to Northeastern University student-athletes throughUniversity Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) and Athletics.This on-site role includes one evening shift per week and involvesbrief psychological assessments, short-term psychotherapy,follow-up appointments, and triage support as needed. The counseloralso makes referrals for ongoing community-based counseling,psychopharmacological evaluations, and emergency mental healthservices when appropriate.

The Student-Athlete Support Counselor consults regularly withNortheastern's full-time Student Athlete Support Clinician, membersof the Athletics community, including athletic trainers andcoaches, to support student-athlete wellbeing, and coordinates asneeded with the UHCS mental health team.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, orrelated field required; current licensure or eligibility for licensure (e.g., LICSW, LMHC, PhD/PsyD).
• Experience in an intercollegiate and/or professional sportsetting is required.
• Experience providing brief, evidence-based psychotherapy toyoung adults in a university counseling center or similarsetting.
• Demonstrated competency in trauma-informed assessment andintervention, including crisis evaluation, safety planning, andreferral to higher levels of care.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinarycampus environment, including Athletics, medical, academic, andcommunity partners.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, anti-oppressive practice,including experience working with marginalized and underrepresentedstudent populations and fostering inclusion and belonging.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, includingclinical documentation consistent with professional and ethicalstandards.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion, includingexperience supporting underserved, international, andfirst-generation college students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active independent licensure (e.g., LICSW, LMHC, Psychologist)in the state.
• Experience working in a college or university counseling centerusing a brief therapy model.
• Specialized experience or training in crisis intervention andin areas such as trauma, alcohol/substance use, or eatingdisorders.
• Experience providing outreach, psychoeducation, and/or grouptherapy to diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion, includingexperience supporting underserved, international, andfirst-generation college students.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills and experience working withculturally and linguistically diverse populations.

Position Type

Temporary

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate workexperience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefiteligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paidtime off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- aswell as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, religion,color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabilitystatus, or any other characteristic protected by applicablelaw.

This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.

Pay Rate:

$45/hour