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Lead Staff Therapist, Eating Disorder Services Coordinator Premium

Purdue University,

Purdue Counseling & Psychological Services

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Last Posted:

Wed, Jun 10th, '26

Deadline:

Applications will be taken until position has been filled

Start Date:

July 1, 2026

Last Updated:

Wed, Jun 10th, '26

POSITION DESCRIPTION

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Full Time

Job Summary

The Lead Staff Therapist and Eating Disorder Services Coordinator provides comprehensive clinical care to Purdue students, including individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as triage, assessment, on-call support, and substance use services. This role leads and coordinates eating disorder services in partnership with clinical leadership, driving program development, oversight of psychotherapy groups, and management of the Eating Disorder Management Team (EDMT).

The position is responsible for evaluating service effectiveness, identifying priorities, and implementing continuous improvements based on student needs and program data. This includes maintaining policies, procedures, and documentation related to eating disorder programming and ensuring services align with clinical and organizational goals. The coordinator also contributes to staff development through supervision of trainees, consultation with clinical staff, and participation in team meetings, training, and agency-wide initiatives.

Additional Information:

Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.php
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions immediately

About Us

At Purdue Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), our mission is to help Purdue University students maximize the value of their life experiences. As we develop collaborative relationships in a safe and respectful environment, the unique value and dignity of each individual and group are held paramount. For more information about our team and services, please visit: https://www.purdue.edu/caps/

What Sets Us Apart:

Our benefits start your first day of employment https://bit.ly/3DJE9os
Professional development funds.
Recent market adjustments for competitive pay.
No after hours on call and standard business hours with flex options.
Career Development: We have career paths and many opportunities for you to develop to your next Giant Leap.
This role will offer you the opportunity to join a team to assist in aligning CAPS with our Steps to Leaps initiatives.

ABOUT PURDUE UNIVERSITY

Purdue University is a coeducational, state-assisted system in Indiana. Founded in 1869 and named after benefactor John Purdue, we are one of the nation’s leading research institutions with a reputation for excellent and affordable education.

We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Our West Lafayette campus offers more than 200 majors for undergraduates, over 70 master’s and doctoral programs, and professional degrees in pharmacy and veterinary medicine. In addition, we have 18 intercollegiate sports teams and more than 850 student organizations.

Region Description:

Purdue University is located in Northwest Indiana, about mid-way between Indianapolis and Chicago. By car one can get to Indianapolis in one hour, Chicago in two hours, and either Cincinnati or Louisville in 3 hours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates will need:

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling & Counselor Education, or related and two (2) years of general therapy experience; OR
Master’s in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling & Counselor Education, or related and four years (4) of general therapy experience
Will accept MSW from an accredited program, licensed as an LCSW, LMHC or LMFT or related. Current license or immediately license eligible, must obtain license as a Health Service Provider in Psychology in the state of Indiana no later than six months after start date.

Skills needed:

Strong general therapy skills
Ability to evaluate and diagnose clients, make decisions about urgency of clients’ problems, and design and implement appropriate treatment interventions
Skills and interest in group therapy
Confidentiality and adherence to ethical practices
Independent judgement and discretion
Must relate well to students, medical and professional personnel, faculty and other members of the University community
Interest in group therapy, substance use, abuse, and dependence issues; ADHD and Autism Spectrum disorders; Eating Disorders; Outreach and Consultation

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

What is Helpful:

One (1) year of eating disorder clinical experience; Current license or immediately license eligible, must obtain license as a Health Service Provider in Psychology in the state of Indiana no later than six months after start date.