Mental Health Counselor
About The Position
The Pennsylvania State University’s Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at University Park is hiring a Mental Health Counselor, with a start date of January 4, 2027. This is a 91.7% full-time equivalency position with months off; the timing of those months will be determined by unit needs and the position’s essential duties. The position is eligible for benefits associated with full-time employment. The role may be filled at the Senior Professional or Advanced Professional level, with different experience requirements for each level. Clinicians are expected to perform their duties while adhering to and promoting trauma-informed care and healing-centered approaches and principles. Preferred areas of expertise include collaborative care for Black and African American clients, consultation with agency and campus partners regarding services for these clients, and training staff on relevant clinical considerations. Strong competence supporting students as they navigate multiple layers of identity is also preferred.
Requirements
- Master’s degree.
- For the Senior Professional level: at least 6 years of relevant experience.
- For the Advanced Professional level: at least 3 years of relevant experience.
- Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker certification through the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States; Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment visa.
- Required clearances include a PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
- Application must include a cover letter discussing experience and interest, a resume or CV, and at least three references familiar with the applicant’s recent clinical skills.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in collaborative care for Black and African American clients.
- Experience consulting with agency and campus partners on services for Black and African American clients.
- Experience training staff on clinical considerations for working with Black and African American clients.
- Strong competence in supporting students’ navigation of multiple layers of identity.
Responsibilities
- Provide screening and triage services for students.
- Provide short-term individual and group therapy.
- Conduct crisis evaluation and intervention.
- Provide outreach and consultation services.
- May provide clinical supervision and mentorship to non-licensed staff and trainees.
- Adhere to and promote trauma-informed care and healing-centered approaches and principles.
Benefits
- Eligible for benefits associated with full-time employment.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement plans.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
- 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
