Post-Doctorate Fellow, Counseling

Roger Williams University; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Roger Williams University is hiring a full-time Counselor to provide individual and group counseling services. The role includes crisis management and outreach programming, requiring a Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology. Ideal candidates will have experience with mental health education and demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Individual and group clinical skills with experience in crisis intervention, consultation, and psychological assessment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling with students experiencing personal/social/family concerns.
• Crisis management assistance and consultation to parents, faculty, staff.
• Coordinate outreach activities such as workshops and seminars.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Listening

Education

Doctorate degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology

Job description

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.

Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation.

Under the direction of the Director, Center for Counseling and Student Development, the fellow will provide individual and group counseling to students seeking services at the Counseling Center.Other roles include crisis management, consultation to parents, staff and faculty, psychoeducational programming, and working collaboratively with other departments.

This position starts on: Monday,August 11, 2025.

Counseling

• Provide individual and group counseling with students experiencing personal/social/family and related concerns.
• Provide crisis management assistance as assigned.
• Coordinate and provide outreach activities such as workshops, seminars and lectures.
• Provide consultation to parents, faculty, staff and administrators.
• Coordinate the Didactic Education series for the pre-doctoral interns.

Additional Functions

• Participate in committees, as assigned.

This is a one-year full-time position with benefits.

Requirements:

• Doctorate degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.
• Individual and group clinical skills with experience in crisis intervention, consultation and psychological assessment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to obtain and impact information, usually of a sensitive nature.
• Strong listening and evaluative skills to work with students, parents and University involved individuals in an objective and confidential manner.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences.
• Adherence to legal and ethical standards.
• Available to work extended hours on occasion for outreach, campus events or emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a doctorate degree from a Counseling or Clinical Psychology program accredited by APA.
• Experience in coordinating campus-wide mental health education programs.
• One or more internships in a university or college counseling center.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information:

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and com-mitted to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here .

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here:Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures . All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly.TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: [phone] /Email Address:[e-mail]

Application Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.