About The Position

The Senior Staff Therapist Embedded in University Housing & Dining provides psychological services to assist domestic and international students living on campus in attaining their educational and academic goals. This position is a staff member in the University Counseling Service, housed full-time in Catlett Hall to work with students served by residence education. Position duties include individual assessment and counseling; group counseling; daytime and after hours psychoeducational and outreach programming to students, staff, faculty, administrators, and parents/families; consultation to residence hall staff; and supervision and training to graduate students in the mental health professions.

Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in either counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program or Master’s degree in social work with clinical focus from CSWE-accredited program or Master’s degree in counseling from CACREP accredited program
  • Possession of a valid State of Iowa license as psychologist.
  • Possession of a valid State of Iowa license as an LISW or LMHC.
  • License must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
  • Relevant post-degree clinical work experience (typically 1-3 years).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based and theory driven mental health counseling practices- including assessment, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, trauma-informed care, and case management – and exceptional ability to assess, oversee, and ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health, trauma, and crisis management services.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a caseload delivering individual, couples, and group therapy using brief, evidence-based models.
  • Evaluate mental health concerns and develop appropriate, goal-oriented treatment plans.
  • Respond to urgent and emergent mental health situations within the residence halls.
  • Complete timely and accurate electronic health records in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
  • Facilitate referrals, follow-ups, and coordination with campus and community providers.
  • Develop and facilitate workshops and psychoeducational programs for students, staff, faculty, and families.
  • Offer guidance, training, and support to residence life staff on student mental health concerns.
  • Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and evaluation for graduate trainees in mental health disciplines.
  • Provide debriefing and emotional support to students and staff following critical incidents.
  • Partner with campus units to enhance services, analyze program outcomes, and support continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • comprehensive benefits
  • reliable income not tied to monthly caseload fluctuations
  • no after-hours or on-call demands
  • exceptional health coverage
  • university-paid life insurance
  • robust retirement plans
  • generous leave policies
  • 24/7 support services
  • well-being resources
  • access to UI Health Care specialists
  • advanced training
  • leadership development
  • tuition assistance
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