Counseling psychologist job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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A counseling psychologist is responsible for assisting patients in better dealing with the stresses of life. As a psychological professional, they are responsible for meeting and cooperating with patients, listening to their issues and offering coping mechanisms to stress and anxiety, and ultimately diagnose and treat patients.
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Example counseling psychologist requirements on a job description
Counseling psychologist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in counseling psychologist job postings.
Sample counseling psychologist requirements
- Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution
- Licensure as a psychologist in the state of practice
- Expertise in administering and interpreting psychological assessments
- Experience working with diverse populations and cultural competency
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards
Sample required counseling psychologist soft skills
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Empathy and compassion for clients
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing client needs
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education
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Kean University counseling psychologist job description
External Applicant Instructions
Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields - you will need to verify that the data is accurate.In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
Kean Wellness Center
Counseling Center
Psychologist
Under the supervision of the Director of the Counseling Center, the Psychologist (Professional Services Specialist II) is responsible for the assessment, support and treatment of Kean University students with a specific focus on anxiety, depression, and other mood-related conditions. The Psychologist will also provide supervision and support for the center's master's and predoctoral externship programs.
The Psychologist uses established policies, procedures and guidelines as stated by the State of New Jersey and Federal laws and regulations to provide essential support services to the University community. This position may require travel and night and weekend hours on an as-needed basis.
Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Psychology or Counseling; license or eligibility for licensure in the State of New Jersey as a Psychologist; and a minimum of one year of clinical experience including work with high-risk individuals, as well as with complex and/or longstanding clinical problems is required. Familiarity with developmental issues of college students and demonstrated sensitivity and skill in working with diverse populations is also required. Experience working with counseling or clinical graduate trainees in an externship program; and providing oversight, supervision, guidance and support to masters and doctoral-level trainees is preferred.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts for all degrees are required prior to the starting date of employment.
Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
Additional Information
As a condition of employment, external candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. If you are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for medical or religious reasons, you may submit a request for an exemption. All employees are expected to follow the University's current health and safety protocols for COVID-19 and any procedures/protocols created through additional correspondence.
Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.
Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement
Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.
EEO/AA Statement
Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer
Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields - you will need to verify that the data is accurate.In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
Kean Wellness Center
Counseling Center
Psychologist
Under the supervision of the Director of the Counseling Center, the Psychologist (Professional Services Specialist II) is responsible for the assessment, support and treatment of Kean University students with a specific focus on anxiety, depression, and other mood-related conditions. The Psychologist will also provide supervision and support for the center's master's and predoctoral externship programs.
The Psychologist uses established policies, procedures and guidelines as stated by the State of New Jersey and Federal laws and regulations to provide essential support services to the University community. This position may require travel and night and weekend hours on an as-needed basis.
Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Psychology or Counseling; license or eligibility for licensure in the State of New Jersey as a Psychologist; and a minimum of one year of clinical experience including work with high-risk individuals, as well as with complex and/or longstanding clinical problems is required. Familiarity with developmental issues of college students and demonstrated sensitivity and skill in working with diverse populations is also required. Experience working with counseling or clinical graduate trainees in an externship program; and providing oversight, supervision, guidance and support to masters and doctoral-level trainees is preferred.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts for all degrees are required prior to the starting date of employment.
Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
Additional Information
As a condition of employment, external candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. If you are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for medical or religious reasons, you may submit a request for an exemption. All employees are expected to follow the University's current health and safety protocols for COVID-19 and any procedures/protocols created through additional correspondence.
Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.
Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement
Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.
EEO/AA Statement
Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024