Staff Therapist (10-Month)

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Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal art and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity.  These values are central to our mission.  We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives. 

JOB OVERVIEW:

Counseling Services is seeking a 10-month staff therapist (August to May). This position will provide direct clinical mental health services to students including individual therapy, group therapy and psychoeducation. Provides assessment, triage services and supervision to psychological and counseling trainees, on call emergency coverage (in rotation of other staff therapists) and provide consultation and outreach services to departments, groups or organizations on campus.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide direct counseling services to Counseling Services Center Students:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students.
• Provide referral to appropriate resources on and off-campus when indicated.
• Participate in consultation activities within the Health and Wellness Center.
• Respond as needed to student or other campus mental health emergencies.
• Provide clinical on-call service for Counseling Services as needed to student and other campus mental health emergencies.
• Consultation and collaboration with psychiatrist, nurses, and physicians to enhance student care.

2. Outreach and education:

• Provide consultation and outreach services to departments, groups, and organizations on campus.
• Consults and advises faculty, staff, and administrators concerning problem identification, response, and resolution techniques for psychologically troubled students.
• Provides training to student leaders regarding basic counseling skills, problem identification and resolution or referral.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Valid and current licensure in Ohio in clinical counseling, social work, or psychology
• Demonstrated expertise in assessing and treating a wide range of psychopathology
• Demonstrated expertise in treating and managing mental health emergencies
• Preference given to candidates who have or are working toward independent licensure in Ohio

To ensure consideration, interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume on Xavier University's website.  Review of applications will start on June 8, 2026 and will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion. 

Candidates selected for the final stages of the interview process will be asked to provide the names and contact information of three professional references.

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Benefits - applies only to full-time positions: 

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class: 

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.

• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.

• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.

• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.