Telehealth Psychotherapist/Mental Health Counselor

Counselor/Psychotherapist
The Northeastern University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) Counselor and Psychotherapist provides psychological counseling services to Northeastern University students, including psychological evaluation, crisis intervention, and brief psychotherapy. The Counselor and Psychotherapist may also engage in outreach activities to the Northeastern University community and collaborate with various support services within the University. The Counselor and Psychotherapist makes appropriate referrals for psychopharmacological evaluation and ongoing counseling in the local community, and for referral to emergency mental health services when appropriate. Time spent across the various clinical service activities may shift in proportion to changes in service demands at any given time of the year. The Counselor and Psychotherapist works closely with University academic departments and Student Life, and collaborates with other members of the UHCS Behavioral Health and Medical staff, all in the interest of providing the best possible team-oriented health care to Northeastern students. The Counselor and Psychotherapist may also occasionally participate in health promotion outreach to the University community. Availability by pager or phone on occasional evenings and overnight is required.

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Full state licensure as an LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Psychologist with relevant work experience

Comprehensive knowledge of principles of Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Demonstrated experience and competency in urgent and crisis assessment and treatment, short-term psychotherapy, and assessment and treatment of young adults with alcohol and drug abuse, eating disorders, and ADHD

Demonstrated effectiveness collaborating with health center and academic support staff, as well as community-based hospitals and healthcare providers

Demonstrated success working within the clinical and administrative policies and procedures of a university health center setting

Provide direct clinical services including triage and assessment (in person and via telehealth), individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, disposition assignment, case management and documentation, and campus and community referrals.

Consultation and Outreach

Provide psychoeducational programming and outreach to the University community.

Serve on University, divisional, and UHCS committees and participate in health promotions outreach.

In-Service and Interdisciplinary Supervision

Participate in training and supervision with other Behavioral Health and Medical staff, as appropriate.

Required Documents

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.