Specialist-Postdoctoral Fellow

NEIU • Chicago, IL

2d • $55,000

About The Position

Northeastern Illinois University is searching for one postdoctoral fellow for the 2026-2027 academic year. This is a 12-month appointment and begins Monday, August 10, 2026. The focus of postdoctoral fellowship in Counseling Services involves the advancement of clinical and supervision skills, multicultural competency, and a professional identity as well as the accumulation of psychology licensure hours in Illinois. In addition, the postdoctoral fellow is encouraged to increase their professional independence and solidify their specialization in a university counseling setting. This is accomplished by joining the clinical team in a variety of activities, including: ● Direct clinical services (intake, crisis intervention, and individual, couples and/or group therapy). ● Provision of individual and/or group supervision as well as involvement with a training seminar and recruitment. ● Outreach and consultation to the university community. ● Clinical consultation. ● Individual supervision and supervision of supervision.

Requirements

• By the start date of the postdoctoral fellowship, the candidate must have a completed doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a college or university counseling center is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Direct clinical services (intake, crisis intervention, and individual, couples and/or group therapy)
• Provision of individual and/or group supervision as well as involvement with a training seminar and recruitment
• Outreach and consultation to the university community
• Clinical consultation
• Individual supervision and supervision of supervision

Benefits

• University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits.
• These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS).
• Please visit our Employee Benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree