Mental Health Counselor II

University of New Hampshire

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Hampshire Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS) is seeking a mental health counselor II with a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology. This role is designed to serve the mental health needs of graduate and undergraduate students, requiring demonstrated competencies in brief treatment modalities and crisis management. PACS collaborates with Health & Wellness, Student Accessibility Services, and The SHARPP Center to offer coordinated student services. The University values diversity and inclusion and seeks employees who contribute to this mission.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology
• Doctoral degree and completion of APA approved internship.
• Actively work toward completing 1,500 supervised clinical hours.
• Obtain NH psychologist license within 18 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work in college counseling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group psychotherapy.
• Provide intakes, walk-in and emergency appointments.
• Diagnose students using current nationally and internationally recognized diagnostic systems, utilizing appropriate empirically validated psychological instruments and/or techniques.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based upon evidence-based practices in the field of mental health.
• Refer as indicated for psychiatric evaluation, specialized treatment, and/or long-term therapy as appropriate.
• Maintain files to document counseling contacts.
• Provide clinical services in accordance with current professional standards and adhere to all pertinent local, state, and federal laws governing the practice of counseling.
• Provide outreach programming services for the campus community.
• Conduct workshops and programs designed to address the needs and/or concerns of students, faculty and staff.
• Serve as consultant to faculty, staff and students on matters relating to the well-being of students, and to other programs.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide training for doctoral level trainees.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• USNH Employee Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree