• effective provision of services via individual and group therapy;
• appropriate and effective crisis response;
• timely and effective on-call support of after-hours mental health needs;
• quality of treatment measured by overall improvement in symptoms and client self-report;
• client satisfaction with treatment and timely response and provision of services;
• providing expert consultation and information to other administrative staff;
• ensuring confidentiality and maintenance of records in compliance with professional standards;
• providing all services following ethical standards, and in compliance with state law;
• ensuring continuity of care between on-campus and off campus resources regarding individual student mental health care, to include case management; and
• effective outreach.

• as required, develop and administer specific programs (e.g. group therapy, outreach); and
• as required, may be responsible for providing effective advice, counsel, and leadership on University committees.

• Must have completed all requirements (eg- coursework, thesis, practicum/internship) toward completing a Master's degree in social work, clinical or counseling psychology, or a closely-related field, by start date
• Multicultural competence and skill in working with students from a diversity of backgrounds
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Prior experience in working at a college/university counseling center, and/or with college-aged populations
• A collaborative spirit of warmth, acceptance, respect, and trust towards colleagues
• Well-developed counseling and crisis intervention skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed, able to work independently while also contributing positively to a team-oriented environment
• Familiarity with short-term models of counseling and psychotherapy
• Experience in providing outreach and consultation services to students from underrepresented groups and identities highly desired
• Licensed as a social worker or mental health clinician in NY or expected to attain license within one year of hire

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.