Counseling Center Staff Therapist

General Summary:

Oglethorpe University Counseling Center invites applicants for the position of Counseling Center Staff Therapist. This is a full-time, 10-month position. The Staff Therapist reports to the Counseling Center Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide direct services to students from diverse backgrounds, including individual counseling, couples and group counseling to college students

Provide crisis intervention services to students in distress

Consult with faculty, staff, students, and family/support people regarding student mental health or behavioral concerns and support

Communicate with off-campus mental health professionals to coordinate referrals and specialized care

Document all clinical contacts and maintain confidentiality in accordance with professional codes of ethics and associated state licensing laws and regulations

Coordinate one or more areas of service in the Center according to service demands (e.g., training, campus outreach, social media and communication, outside referrals/resources)

Participate in regularly scheduled Counseling Center team meetings and Student Affairs Division staff meetings

Establish liaisons with various campus organizations and groups

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree mental health counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy

Licensed to practice independently in the State of GA (Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Counselor)

Experience working with diverse and underserved populations

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in college/university mental health

Ability to provide therapy in both English and Spanish

Experience providing supervision to counselors in training

Crisis management experience

Expertise in trauma, substance abuse and/or eating disorder treatment

Proficiency using Titanium Schedule and/or other electronic health record software

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, 10-month position from Aug 1 to May 31.

Working evenings or weekends may be required.

The position is an in-person position.

Application Instructions  

To ensure full consideration, please submit: 

Letter of interest which describes your interest in the position, experiences based on the stated responsibilities, and your demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Current CV/ resume. 

Names and contact information of three references.  

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Normal office environment; typically sitting at desk or table; requires use of office equipment.