Hiring DepartmentThe MU Counseling Center - MU Student Health and Well-Being
Job DescriptionPOSITION IS ALSO POSTED AS A SR. COUNSELOR UNDER JOB ID #61350. ONLY ONE WILL BE HIRED.
The successful candidate will promote the well-being of Mizzou students through the provision of high-quality case management and clinical services (including brief individual therapy, group therapy, and crisis counseling) for university students with a special focus on survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. These presenting concerns often overlap with various psychological, academic and interpersonal concerns. The RSVP clinician will work collaboratively with other mental health providers, medical staff, and outreach and health promotion staff in Student Health and Well-being. Competence and experience in the treatment of a wide variety of diagnoses and life problems in addition to relationship and sexual violence is required.
Job Duties Include:
- Provide confidential case management, brief individual therapy, group counseling, and crisis intervention services to students, with a special focus on survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking as part of the Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Program (RSVP).
- Conduct RSVP Brief Screening assessments for students seeking RSVP related clinical services and connect to appropriate case management and on-going clinical services as needed.
- Provide case management services depending on individual needs of the student, including but not limited to safety planning, assisting with referral needs, providing resources, and trauma-specific psychoeducation.
- Provide brief therapy to students referred for on-going clinical services.
- Perform crisis and consultation services during regular business hours that require complex clinical decision-making.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation of all service contacts as required by Center policies and procedures and state laws.
- Develop and facilitate RSVP related group therapy.
- Provide prevention and outreach services centered around relationship violence, sexual assault prevention, impacts of interpersonal violence, and other related topics.
- Work closely with the RSVP Health Educator at the Wellness Resource Center (WRC) and other WRC Health Educators and staff to develop and provide prevention and outreach services on campus.
- Foster relationships with key campus contacts for the purpose of developing and implementing programmatic interventions that result in student participation.
- Coordinate with other campus offices that work with survivors - such as the Student Health Center, MU Police Department, Student Accountability and Support, Care Team, and Office of Institutional Equity (OIE).
- Coordinate with community partners who also serve survivors in the larger Columbia area and make referrals and connections as needed.
- Become familiar with the Clery Act (20 U.S.C. 1092(f)) and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and related federal requirements for universities and colleges, including programming, service provision, and reporting.
- May conduct supervision and training for post-doctoral residents, doctoral interns in our APA-accredited doctoral internship, post-MA fellows, and graduate students in training (as allowed by licensure status).
- Contribute as a member of the MUCC team to the development and implementation of goals, philosophies, policies, and procedures that support the psychological needs of Mizzou students and cultivate a culture of well-being on campus. Serve on relevant MUCC and/or University committees as requested.
The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills; value a multifaceted approach involving linked clinical and training efforts; demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, campus partners, and student groups; exhibit interpersonal flexibility with a sense of humor; understand the importance of life balance and have a strong commitment to the developmental perspective of counseling services.
ShiftMonday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule.
Minimum QualificationsDoctorate degree in Psychology and licensure (or eligibility to be licensed) as a Psychologist within the State of Missouri.
Preferred QualificationsTwo or more years of post-degree experience working with sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. Must be fully licensed to practice independently as a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Missouri and licensure must be maintained as a requirement for employment. Provisional Licensure is not accepted.
While candidates should not exclude themselves from consideration for a position, preference will be given to applicants who also have extensive experience providing case management and clinical services to survivors of relationship and sexual violence. Additionally, a minimum of one year of clinical experience working in a college counseling center (this may include practica, internship or fellowship experience) or with a college aged population is desired.
Anticipated Hiring RangeSalary Range: $60,944 - $112,320 per year
Global Grade: GGS 011
University Title: Psychologist
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application MaterialsIn addition to the online application, please include the following materials: 1) a letter of interest highlighting relevant experiences and fit with the position and addressed to the Search Committee Chairperson; 2) a current vita; and 3) contact information (including e-mail addresses) for at least four professional references. Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments are required. Materials should not be e-mailed or mailed.
Application DeadlinePriority consideration will be given to completed applications received by October 30th, 2026 but applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.
POSITION IS ALSO POSTED AS A SR. COUNSELOR UNDER JOB ID #61350. ONLY ONE WILL BE HIRED.
Sponsorship InformationEmployment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
