Student Psychological Counselor (HEA) -Counseling Center
POSITION DETAILSThe Student Psychological Counselor/Associate Director serves as a senior member of the Center’s professional staff, functioning primarily as a provider of direct clinical services while assisting the Director with clinical and administrative oversight, strategic planning, professional development, and outreach initiatives. This position reports directly to the Director. Evening hours are required.Duties Include, But Are Not Limited ToProviding individual and group psychological counseling services.Conducting intake assessments, evaluations, and treatment planning.Managing crisis intervention and risk assessment cases.Coordinating care, referrals, advocacy, and follow-up services.Developing and implementing outreach and engagement initiatives.Delivering presentations and workshops.Providing consultation to faculty, staff, and campus partners.Assisting with clinical supervision, staff evaluation, and utilization review processes.Supporting program planning, assessment, evaluation, strategic initiatives, and reporting.Assisting with grant writing and efforts related to funding diversification.Assuming the responsibilities of the Director in their absence.Performing additional related duties as assigned.QualificationsExperience : A minimum of 6 years of clinical experience in social work, psychology, or mental health counseling. A minimum of three years of experience providing clinical supervision.Demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge and expertise. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and computer skills. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Previous experience in a college or university counseling center desirable.Education: A Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or a Doctoral degree in Psychology to include Ph.D. and Psy.D. programs is required.Licensure: An active, unrestricted New York State license as a mental health practitioner (LCSW, LMHC Ph.D., Psy. D.)Cuny Title OverviewProvides student counseling services as a member of a team.Provides psychological counseling to individuals and groups of studentsPerforms crisis intervention for emergency situationsPerforms intake and assessment for personal counseling servicesConsults with instructional and administrative staff regarding student mental health issues; may prepare and present outreach initiatives and workshopsParticipates in recommending improvements that will impact the counseling center's effectivenessPerforms related duties as assigned.Job Title Name: Student Psychological CounselorCUNY TITLEHigher Education AssociateFLSAExemptCompensation And BenefitsSalary commensurate with education and experience, $77,173-$98,995.CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.How To ApplyVisit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).CLOSING DATEReview of applications to begin July 10, 2026 and continue until the successful candidate is identified.JOB SEARCH CATEGORYCUNY Job Posting: Managerial/ProfessionalEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.Job ID: 32256Location: Lehman CollegeJob Type: Full-Time