POSITION DESCRIPTION

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• Full Time

The Vassar College Counseling Service is seeking a Staff Therapist. The Counseling Service provides creative and collaborative clinical service in a small, residential, liberal arts college environment. The successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and will be skilled in consultation, brief therapy models, group therapy and in providing innovative, inclusive outreach programming. They must be able both to work independently, and cooperatively as a member of a professional team. This position is a full-time position (10 months – August 15- June 15).

• Intake and clinical assessment; brief individual psychotherapy; group therapy; case management.
• Crisis intervention and triage; on-call rotation as back up to off-site on-call service.
• Consultation with campus and community members.
• Design and present training programs for students/staff.
• Supervision of training staff.
• Outreach programming and coordination.
• Strong, primary emphasis on innovative service delivery.
• Some evening and weekend hours should be expected, especially involving crisis intervention and outreach activities.

ABOUT VASSAR COLLEGE

Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.

Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.

Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Required knowledge, skills and abilities
• An APA-approved PhD, PsyD, or EdD in clinical or counseling psychology or licensed clinical social worker (LCSW or DSW).
• Strong generalist clinical skills, including experience assessing and intervening with a wide range of concerns, from everyday stressors to complex mental health challenges.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of equity, inclusion, and the unique mental health needs of historically underrepresented students.
• Strong commitment to multicultural competence and experience providing culturally responsive care.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed or license-eligible status in New York. Supervision for licensure will be provided if needed.

• Providing counseling and support for BIPOC communities
• LGBTQIA+ mental health and identity development
• Trauma-informed care, including sexual trauma
• Substance use and harm reduction approaches

COMPENSATION

The starting annual base salary range for this full-time, 10 month position is $53,340-$67,275.

When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.

• 22 vacation days for full time employees – prorated if not full time, unlimited paid personal and sick time for use at the supervisor’s approval.
• 14 paid holidays per year which includes the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• A choice of three health plans (EPO, PPO, High Deductible), Participation in FSA, Dependent Care, and Transit programs.
• Voluntary, employee paid dental insurance plan.
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan after one year of service. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/retirement/
• New hires will be automatically enrolled in the SRA at a 4% employee contribution per paycheck.
• Tuition benefits for undergraduate programs: Eligible after applicable waiting period. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/tuition/

APPLICATION MATERIALS

To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. Please submit your application here:  https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/4344 

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.