Job Summary
The Lead Staff Therapist, Campus Engagement Coordinator will provide strong generalist clinical skills/experience and participate in providing therapeutic services to Purdue students. Contribute to clinical service delivery including individual, couples and group therapy; on call services; triage; assessment, and substance use, abuse and dependence services. In collaboration with the Associate Director of Outreach, lead and coordinate campus engagement programming, and provide vision for continuation and further development of campus engagement for students, including campus training (i.e. QPR, etc.), CAPS Ambassadors, and other innovative services. In collaboration with Outreach Director review status of programming and to identify priorities, plans, and continuous improvement opportunities for campus engagement services. Continually monitor and assess needs for these services to ensure provision of services to meet student and agency needs, including management of policies, procedures, and documents related to programming. Maintain ongoing evaluation of campus engagement services through quantitative and qualitative data gathering. Serve on various agency teams, provide supervision to therapists in training, and provide ongoing consultation to the larger staff formally and informally. Attend pertinent staff and team meetings; participate in staff planning and coordination meetings, professional development activities, and in-service presentations. Services are provided onsite and in person.
Who We Are
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. We are currently searching for a Lead Staff Therapist, Campus Engagement Coordinator to join our Team. 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
- 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
What We Are Looking For
Education and Experience:
Required:
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling & Counselor Education, or related; OR
- Master’s degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling & Counselor Education, or related
- Will accept MSW from an accredited program, licensed as an LCSW, LMHC or LMFT or related
- A minimum of two (2) or four (4) years of general therapy experience respective to degree
- 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:
Required:
- 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
- Values around social justice and interest in multicultural counseling
- 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; AD/HD and Autism Spectrum disorders; Eating Disorders; Outreach and Consultation; and/or working with underserved populations
Additional Information
- International candidates are encouraged to apply. Employment-based visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Immediately
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Career Stream - Professional 4
Pay Band - S070
Joc Code - 20003422
Career Path Maker - https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/Home/Overview
EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA University.