Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Two years of clinical experience in an ambulatory mental health setting.
Licensed or license-eligible as a mental health provider in Maryland.
Experience working with diverse populations preferred.
Affiliation with professional organizations is a plus.
Responsibilities
Provide client assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
Coordinate client referrals to appropriate services.
Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions.
Assist with various administrative functions as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
Access to professional development opportunities.
Supportive university community environment.
Participation in professional organizations.
Flexible work hours.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary The OCT clinician is responsible for providing services to racially and culturally diverse students and the University community, by offering individual and group psychotherapy/counseling, diagnostic assessment, psychological and career testing, consultation, outreach, and crisis intervention. The OCT clinician is skilled in fostering the mental health, academic progress and career development of University students through a variety of psychotherapeutic and psycho-educational interventions.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: • Provides client assessments. • Coordinates client referrals as necessary and appropriate. • Provides psychotherapy services to clients. • Assists with administrative functions. • Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands: Standard office work
Preferences: Licensed as a practicing mental health provider for more than two years.. Experience working with diverse populations is preferred. Affiliation with national and regional professional organizations.
Licenses/ Certifications: Licensed or license-eligible as a mental health provider in the State of Maryland
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university. • Experience: Two (2) years of clinical experience in an ambulatory mental health setting. • Other: LGPC may also be considered with at least 2000 hours of post-graduate supervised clinical work and the ability to obtain a LCSW-C or LCPC license within one year.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: • Knowledge of mental health diagnostic conditions, principles of psychotherapy. • Knowledge of group psychodynamics and supervision. • Skill in oral and written communication. • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. • Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References
Best Consideration Date: 09/10/2025
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required No
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Department VPSA-Counseling Center
Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular
Salary Range $80,000-$90s
Benefits Summary
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About University of Maryland
The University of Maryland is a public research university in College Park, Maryland. Founded in 1856, it is the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland. The university offers 127 undergraduate majors and 112 graduate programs, and is classified among 'R1: Doctoral Universities ? Very high research activity'. The university has a strong focus on research, with more than $1 billion in annual research expenditures. It is also known for its athletic programs, particularly its basketball team, the Maryland Terrapins.
