Staff Counselor NE 7

The Staff Counselor provides mental health, consultation, crisis intervention, training and outreach services at CAPS. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Direct Mental Health Services (70%): Provide some individual and group psychotherapy; a significant portion of direct services will be providing brief screening appointments for new clients, encouraging them to make use of appropriate resources on- or off-campus, and following up with these clients periodically; perform crisis intervention and crisis consultation for the campus; provide mental health assessment and evaluation services; make reasonable adjustments to scheduled appointments to meet requests for services; follow CAPS policies and procedures; adhere to appropriate ethical and professional standards. 2. Case Management (20%): Keep accurate and timely records of appointments (e.g., intake notes, progress notes, termination summaries) using the online Titanium record-keeping software; maintain confidentiality of records; consult with other professionals as needed to coordinate treatment; participate in regular CAPS clinical supervision meetings; follow instructions of clinical supervisor; consult with parents and on- and off-campus professionals with appropriate authorization; inform supervisor as soon as possible of students who may be at serious risk. 3. Consultation & Training (5%): Provide consultation, education, and outreach services to faculty, staff, students and parents on developmental, mental health, and harm-reduction/prevention issues; prepare and provide training seminars to university groups (e.g., residence life staff; academic advisors; first-year students) 4. Other Duties (5%): Cooperate with accountability and data collection systems; participate in University-wide and Division of Student Development programs (when possible); develop and maintain a network of effective working relationships with faculty and staff from other offices and departments; accept delegated responsibilities for special projects or committee assignments, as requested by supervisor. Affirms and values inclusion and equity and encourages the utilization of CAPS services by all students. Is committed to and actively works toward CAPS becoming and remaining a safe, welcoming and affirming environments for all. CONTACTS: Students - provide crisis & mental health assessment, counseling, consultation, and referrals Student Development staff - consult on student concerns & coordinate referrals Dean's office staff - consult on student concerns & coordinate referrals Faculty - consult on student concerns & coordinate referrals Health & Well-being staff - consult on student concerns & coordinate referrals Student Health Center staff - coordinate treatment & referrals UR Police - training on mental health issues & coordinate crisis response Off-campus medical & mental health professionals - coordinate treatment & referrals WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Talk to students and others while seated in an office setting Attend meetings and training activities at other locations on campus Handle pressure & maintain composure during emergency situations QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, skills & ability: Outstanding interpersonal skills Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of the CAPS staff team Demonstrated multicultural competencies Ability to form effective working relationships with individuals across lines of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, and sexual orientation Professional knowledge of adult and college student mental health issues Professional knowledge of mental health assessment Professional knowledge of suicide assessment, crisis assessment, crisis management and referral Knowledge of multicultural issues Knowledge of college student development issues Ability to read & complete clinical notes and records in a timely fashion using the computerized Titanium record-keeping system Ability to learn & use the computerized Titanium scheduling system for scheduling appointments, meetings and other activities Ability to learn and use word-processing and spreadsheet software. Education & experience: Master's degree in counseling, Psychology, or closely related field required Licensed social worker or licensed/license eligible as an LPC, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of Virginia At least 1 year of experience providing mental health counseling services to young adults (18-25 years old) required Demonstrated knowledge and sensitivity related to anti-racism, social justice, multicultural issues, and ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and groups Preferred experiences include any of the following: 1 or more years' experience working in a college or university counseling center Interest & experience in brief therapy modalities Interest & experience in DBT, ACT, or similar treatment modalities Interest & experience working with underrepresented populations Work Schedule: Part-time; 10-month position (August 2026 to May 2027) No more than 15-20 hrs. per week Pay Grade: Grade 7 ($27.89 to $36.96 per hour) Located just minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia, the University of Richmond blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic, research, and cultural opportunities usually found only at large institutions. The mission of the University of Richmond is to educate in an academically challenging, intellectually vibrant, and collaborative community dedicated to the holistic development of students and the production of scholarly and creative work. A Richmond education prepares students for lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a diverse world. Our strategic priorities are academic excellence, belonging and community, access and affordability, well-being, and experiential learning and community engagement. These priorities, coupled with strong benefits, makes the University of Richmond an employer of choice in the Richmond area. UR is a private, highly selective, liberal arts university with a welcoming spirit that prizes diversity of experience and thought. With more than 60 undergraduate majors and an average undergraduate class size of 15 students, the University provides a collaborative learning and research environment unlike any other in higher education, offering students an extraordinary combination of the liberal arts with law, business, leadership studies, and continuing education. The University of Richmond ranks number 30 among the nation's best liberal arts colleges by US News and World Report, one of many accolades that showcases Richmond as a premiere place to grow professionally and personally.