Counselor (Identity Focused)

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Position Information

Position Title Counselor (Identity Focused)

Department Student Counseling Services -Group

Pay Type Exempt

Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time

Hours Per Week 37.5

Number of weeks 42 weeks per year

other - # of weeks 42

Benefits Eligible Full Benefits

Geographical National

Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No

Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

We are seeking a skilled clinician to join our Identity-Focused team, providing expert mental health support to neurodivergent students and the broader campus community. This role involves psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as consultation, crisis response, outreach, and clinical supervision for our Psychology training program. The ideal candidate will bring experience in affirmative, sex-positive, and culturally responsive counseling, with a strong commitment to supporting self-determination, exploring intersections of identity, and fostering an inclusive and affirming campus environment.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Perform psychological evaluations and treatment as required; report and discuss results with the team and requesting clinicians.

Perform general and specialized clinical and outreach services in affirmative, sex-positive, culturally sensitive, consistent with risk reduction principles, and that promotes self-determination.

Ensure that documentation and productivity meet standards set in Student Counseling Services policy and procedure.

Provide training and supervision to clinical practicum students, interns, and post-doctoral fellows, as needed.

Remain current in literature and treatment developments in the mental health field, especially college student mental health, and identity-focused issues.

Receive professional development as required to maintain license.

Participate in the development and updating of department policies and procedures that may affect students.

Perform administrative tasks that contribute to the functioning of the Student Counseling Services.

Participate in on-call rotation for emergency and crisis situations that pertain to students and campus life.

Collaborate with the Director to offer specific expertise regarding identity issues to various components of the college community.

Adhere to the ethical codes of conduct appropriate to professional bodies such as the APA and other professional organizations.

Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with students, faculty and staff.

Perform departmental research; manage and provide reports.

Education and Skills

Doctoral degree in clinical psychology (Ph.D. / Psy.D). APA approved doctoral program and internship.

Two to three years of clinical post graduate experience required; experience in college mental health preferred.

Licensed to practice as a psychologist in the state of Connecticut.

Demonstrated clinical competence and specialization in working with neurodivergent clients (required).

Knowledge, training and experience in working clinically with diverse racial, ethnic, gender and sexuality clients and other traditionally underserved populations.

High integrity needed to handle confidential information.

Well-organized, able to work under pressure and as a member of a team.

Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all aspects of the college and community.

Excellent presentation skills and social skills.

Travel as necessary to meet the requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Driving Required No

Salary Range $62,000-$72,000

Note

Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.

Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 09 / 23 / 2025

Applications accepted through

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?

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