Part-Time Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term, goal-oriented individual counseling to a diverse student population.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessments; provide referrals as needed.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
• Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Student Affairs, Residence Life, Academic Advising) as needed for coordinated student care.
• Participate in outreach and wellness events that promote mental health awareness.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical practices in alignment with professional standards and university policy.
• Attend required staff meetings and supervision, as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted licensure in the state (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LPC, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 1 year of post-licensure clinical experience, preferably in a college or young adult setting.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, crisis response, and brief counseling.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, international students, and students with disabilities.
• Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills, particularly using short-term treatment interventions.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice, as well as personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to collaborate with other departments and college administrators.
• Strong crisis assessment and crisis management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Pay

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $57.00.