POSITION DESCRIPTION
Student Counseling Services (SCS) at Connecticut College is pleased to announce a full-time (37.5 hours), academic year (42 weeks) Psychologist/Social Work position with internship. Position duties include consultative, clinical, crisis and outreach services to the student campus community. The position requires psychological diagnosis and treatment of student patients and will provide clinical supervision/training for the training program (practicum students). In addition to having a general expert knowledge of mental health and psychological functioning, the ideal candidate will have experience with and proficiency in addressing issues and aspects of identity within the context of psychotherapy. The Counselor will report directly to the Director of Student Counseling and Health Services.
ABOUT CONNECTICUT COLLEGE
Connecticut College educates students to put the liberal arts into action as citizens in a global society. A leader in the liberal arts since in 1911, the College is home to nationally ranked programs for internships, community action, arts and technology, environmental studies and international studies. Our beautiful 750-acre arboretum campus is located in the historic New England seaport community of New London, Connecticut. The only member of the NESCAC with a waterfront location, Connecticut College is home to a stunning central quad and a commanding view of Long Island Sound.
As a highly selective small, private, residential liberal arts college, Connecticut College is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community, especially members of historically under-represented groups.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The Counselor must have completed (preferably) an APA-approved doctoral degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology and an APA-approved internship; or have an MSW or Ph.D. in Social Work, with an internship. A CT license in the candidate's discipline is required. Experience working in a college counseling setting or with emerging adults is strongly preferred. Excellent professional, interpersonal, communication (both oral and written), and evidence-based counseling skills are required. Expertise in clinical treatment of neurodivergence, trauma, supervision, and/or other college mental health issues are beneficial. Successful candidates will demonstrate expertise in one of the above mentioned focus areas and have an investment in developing further clinical expertise.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The
Counselor must have completed (preferably) an APA-approved doctoral
degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology and an APA-approved internship; or have an MSW or Ph.D. in Social Work. A CT license in the candidate's discipline is required. Experience working
in a college counseling setting or with emerging adults is strongly
preferred. Excellent professional, interpersonal, communication (both
oral and written), and evidence-based counseling skills are required.
Expertise in clinical treatment of neurodivergence, trauma, supervision,
and/or other college mental health issues are beneficial. Successful
candidates will demonstrate expertise in one of the above mentioned
focus areas and have an investment in developing further clinical
expertise.
COMPENSATION
$62,000 to $65,000 for 42 weeks per year
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Thorough applicant credentialing, including criminal records check will be conducted on the selected applicant. Submit materials (including resume, cover letter and three references) via the position link which is accessible at conncoll.peopleadmin.com. Accepting resumes until the position is filled.
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