Job Description
The individual filling this position has responsibility for
providing mental health services to students currently enrolled at
the University of Indianapolis. Priority consideration will be
given to individuals who demonstrate sensitivity to diversity and
multicultural issues and have proficiency in addressing aspects of
students’ intersecting identities, and equity and inclusion
disparities within the context of psychotherapy. Duties include
individual and group counseling, psycho-education, crisis
intervention, outreach, and consultative services to students.
Consultation and psychoeducation for parents, faculty/staff and
university community members is also expected.
Schedule
Fall semester 2026 — up to 19 hours/week (during M-F 8a-4:30p work
hours — preferably available on Mondays and Wednesdays); there is
the potential for the position to continue beyond Fall semester,
depending on staffing and funding availability.
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience
- Prior experience in working with emerging adults and college
population
Education
- At least a Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a
related field in a related mental health field from an accredited
college or university required.
Licenses/Certifications/Credentials
- Licensure in the state of Indiana (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, HSPP,
etc.)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Part-time positions may include assistance with supervision and
training activities for our graduate clinical practicum
trainees.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Perform assessments and provide individual and group counseling
to students
- Conduct mandatory alcohol and drug assessments with students
who have violated the university’s alcohol and drug policy
- Provide crisis intervention to students who are suicidal,
homicidal, or psychotic, under the influence of alcohol or other
drugs, and those who have experienced sexual assault
- Provide in-service training to the residence life staff on
issues related to mental health
- Assist with outreach development and implementation
- Collaborate with Health & Wellness Center staff when
appropriate in cases requiring services of both the counseling
center and health services
- Assist with supervision of graduate students in the student
counseling center practicum training program
- Maintain awareness of current research and best practices in
university counseling centers and follow protocols established by
the American Psychological Association
- Consult and collaborate with other disciplines in the delivery
of total client/patient care
- Maintain legal, ethical, and moral standards of mental health
care using sound clinical judgment
- Provide culturally responsive and identity-informed
psychotherapy to students with diverse clinical concerns using a
holistic and developmentally oriented, short-term/time-limited
approach to treatment.
General Essential Duties
- Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
- Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
- Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
- Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee
handbooks and policies.
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and
punctuality.
- Other duties, including special projects, as required or
assigned.
Company Description
Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The
University is a private, comprehensive teaching university located
on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than
700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a
close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of
community partnerships in the future growth of the
University.
UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective,
responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in
which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in
their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for
Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our
communities, both near and far.
As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our
students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome
talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career
levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and
quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience
hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your
application!
The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin,
disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The
University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of
sex in its educational programs and activities, including
employment and admission as required by Title IX.
Benefits
20 hours or more per week
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Tuition Discount
- Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals
- Paid Holiday time and additional University days off
- Employee Discounts & Services
- Free Parking
- Onsite Health & Wellness Center
