Advanced Mental Health Resident

Virginia Commonwealth University•Richmond, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) University Counseling Services (UCS) invites applications for one, one-year, full time, Advanced Mental Health Resident. This position will be housed at the Monroe Park Campus office location and may involve some evening hours. This position entails working with undergraduate, graduate, and health professional students. We are a dynamic center committed to promoting diversity and inclusion and invite applicants who share similar values. General duties include initial assessments, brief individual therapy, group therapy, crisis work, and consultation with university faculty and staff. Additional duties may include provision of supervision and outreach. Supervision by a licensed senior staff professional will be provided. Additional information about University Counseling services can be found here, and the Advanced Mental Health Residency here. University Slotting 22001N; State Role Code 49211 Salary is $46,515 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The start date is August 10, 2026.

Requirements

earned either: a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology, or a master’s degree in social work by start date, as well as completion of a supervised clinical internship or work equivalent experience
Psychology applicants must have graduated from APA-accredited programs and have completed APA- accredited internships
evidence of strong clinical skills
excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication
the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary counseling center team
demonstrated commitment to multicultural competence
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU