Salem State University values, celebrates and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We welcome you to come celebrate with us and become a member of our community.

The per diem counselor is a part-time, non-benefitted position with the counseling and health services clinical team, delivering psychological services to members of the Salem State student body and providing consultation to the staff and community. It is open to those with a masters degree in clinical or counseling psychology, mental health counseling, or social work. The position is a temporary appointment. Funding is potentially available for up to 29 hours a week and scheduled between the hours of 9-5 M-F. Applicants should indicate availability and desired number of hours or range of hours they would like to be considered for. 

1. Provide psychological care in the individual therapy format with SSU undergraduate and graduate students. Therapists should be comfortable working in a brief therapy model, generally meeting biweekly and supporting students for 1-2 semesters.
2. Provide consultation for CHS staff and campus staff/faculty, as needed.
3. Related case management duties include coordinating with students, their families, off campus care providers, and on campus support services and documenting contacts. This can include assistance with referrals for students who need longer term or more intensive services.
4. Related crisis service duties include coverage for urgent care/emergency appointment times across the course of the week, and assisting with unscheduled walk-in emergencies. While rare, the counselor could also be responsible for coordinating involuntary psychiatric holds (“Section 12”) with staff eligible to apply for such holds, or in coordination with other CHS clinicians and local emergency services.
5. Follow all related departmental and university protocols and procedures, including standards for documentation and emergencies.

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree from an accredited program in social work (MSW) or counseling psychology (PhD, EdD, or PsyD) or masters of counseling
• Licensed to practice independently as a social worker (LICSW), LMHC or psychologist (with Health Service Provider designation) in the state of Massachusetts, or licensure eligibility within 6 month period
• Experience providing clinical services to diverse populations, including people of color and LGBTQIA individuals, and an ability to respect differences in mental health care needs across cultures and other identities
• Experience consulting with collaterals, including family, emergency services, other medical providers, and other support service providers

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience in college mental health

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please apply online and attach a resume and cover letter. Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed. 

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university

Working Conditions:

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

All newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Salem State University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement.

Please note: Contracted positions are part-time and non-benefitted. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Contracted positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.