Intercultural Specialist, Rhode Island School of Design

Job Summary Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks an Intercultural Specialist to serve as a clinical staff member within Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). This role, under the direction of the Director and senior level staff, provides clinical, educational, outreach, and consultation services specifically relevant to the needs of racial and ethnic minority students, in addition to generalist responsibilities. Services include routine psychological intervention, prevention, and postvention programs and services to the college community, primarily to students. The Intercultural Specialist is a highly valued member of the campus community who, with direct input and approval from the Director and/or senior level staff, provides programs and services that address cultural issues and identity development, severe mental health issues, as well as developmental and preventative concerns. Responsibilities include routine clinical services such as initial assessment, individual and group therapy, and case disposition. In consultation with the Director or other senior level staff, the specialist is responsible for crisis intervention, serves in an on‑call rotation, develops, implements and evaluates educational and prevention outreach programs, and in limited circumstances provides consultation to faculty, staff, students, parents/families and other mental health providers. The specialist also participates in department and college meetings and committees. Essential Functions Provide routine counseling services in the form of individual, group, and couples counseling; initial assessments; crisis appointments. Use RISD’s EMR system to prepare documentation of services provided to be reviewed and approved under the direct supervision of an independently licensed provider. Ensure record‑keeping and clinical services are in regulatory and ethical compliance and meet accreditation standards. With direct input from and approval by the Director and/or senior level staff, develop, recommend, coordinate, and deliver multicultural outreach programs, services, training, and professional development on behalf of Counseling Services. Collaborate with campus partners to create and align opportunities that deepen awareness and ensure inclusion of minoritized populations. Evaluate the effectiveness of services, outreach and training in issues of diversity, identity and inclusion. Participate in case conferences, psychiatric case conferences and staff meetings in Counseling Services. Serve in the on‑call (after hours and weekend) coverage rotation. Provide limited consultation and outreach services to the RISD community. Participate in college committee service and other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge / Skills / Experience Demonstrated competency providing clinical services for diverse clients, including international populations and clients across gender and sexual orientation spectra. Experience providing clinical services for the wide range of presenting issues seen in college students, including assessing and managing risk and treating serious concerns with support from senior staff. Appreciation for intersecting identities and the process of identity development. Ability to engage in clinical practice with students in ongoing counseling (individual, couples or groups), crisis intervention, and outreach programs. Ability to develop and deliver multicultural outreach programs, services, training and professional development with guidance from the Director. Ability to manage a very full caseload within a time‑limited clinical setting. Experience using electronic/medical records systems and computer literacy. Basic knowledge of college student development theories and practice. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a highly collaborative manner. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Master’s degree from an accredited program in counseling, psychology, social work, mental health or a related field (required). Minimum 1 to 8 years of group and individual counseling experience in a supervised practicum, internship or post‑graduate work setting with demonstrated knowledge and experience working with people from marginalized groups and the issues they face. Experience with diverse populations, cultures, and the dynamics of dominant versus minoritized cultural systems. Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.). Experience in a college or university counseling center. Familiarity with a variety of cultures (international and domestic). Training or experience with issues such as racial fatigue, code switching, and impostor syndrome. Clinical experience working with immigrant or refugee populations. Commitment to social justice. Experience providing training and supervision in an APA‑accredited training program. Fluency in multiple languages. Equal Opportunity Employer RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics or any other protected characteristic as established by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr RISD - Rhode Island School of Design