Counselor With Graduate Law Focus

The Pennsylvania State University

Carlisle, PA, US
Base: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Trauma-informed clinical counseling skills
Crisis assessment and intervention experience
Licensed in pennsylvania as social worker or counselor
The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a full-time mental health counselor with a focus on graduate law students at its Dickinson Law and Harrisburg campuses. The ideal candidate will provide counseling and crisis intervention services while promoting holistic well-being among students, with a strong emphasis on cultural competency and trauma-informed care

Job Summary

  • The position offers specialized mental health support to graduate law students at Penn State Dickinson Law and undergraduate/graduate students at Penn State Harrisburg.
  • Candidates must provide brief individual, couples, and group counseling along with crisis assessments and educational programming.
  • The role includes a competitive benefits package featuring comprehensive medical coverage and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

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The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a full-time mental health counselor with a focus on graduate law students at its Dickinson Law and Harrisburg campuses. The ideal candidate will provide counseling and crisis intervention services while promoting holistic well-being among students, with a strong emphasis on cultural competency and trauma-informed care.

Salary

Base: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Trauma-informed clinical counseling skills
  • Crisis assessment and intervention experience
  • Licensed in Pennsylvania as Social Worker or Counselor

Nice-to-have

  • Experience serving graduate law students
  • Bilingual or multilingual clinical skills
  • Doctoral degree in clinical psychology preferred

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work
  • Independent licensure in Pennsylvania (LPC, LCSW, LP) or ability to obtain within two years
  • 6+ years of relevant clinical experience
  • Authorization to work in the United States required

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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