"Staff Psychologist - Part-time"

Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS) invite applications for a Staff Psychologist to join our Counseling Center (CC) beginning in Fall 2025. As a JED Campus, HWS is dedicated to mental health and wellness, one of the key priorities of HWS's strategic and capital campaigns.

As a vital part of the Division of Campus Life, the CC is dedicated to building an inclusive campus community that fosters belonging for all students. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who bring diverse perspectives and backgrounds working with a variety of college student populations.

About the Role

The Staff Psychologist will provide a range of clinical, outreach, and consultation services to support the mental health and well-being of HWS students. This role offers an opportunity to build meaningful connections across campus and contribute to a collaborative and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide short-term individual and group therapy for students.
• Offer crisis intervention and emergency response, including participation in an on-call rotation.
• Develop and facilitate outreach programs and psychoeducational workshops, occasionally outside regular hours.
• Consult and collaborate with campus partners to support student well-being.
• Participate in JED Campus Initiatives.
• Engage in case management and coordinate referrals as needed.

Other Information:

This is part-time, 10 month, non-exempt, non-benefits eligible position. Pay rate is $45.62 per hour.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling or Clinical Psychology, or a related field, or Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing clinical services and outreach programming in a college or university setting.
• Strong crisis intervention skills and ability to handle urgent situations effectively.
• Proven ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Commitment to supporting, empowering, and retaining students from diverse backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Play a key role in supporting student success and well-being at HWS.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a dedicated team and campus partners.
• Flexible work arrangements: As many of our students continue to prefer virtual counseling, the CC offers at least one day per week remotely to its clinicians.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a generous benefits package and a supportive work culture.

If you're passionate about student mental health and excited to contribute to an inclusive campus community, we'd love to hear from you!

About HWS

A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation.

Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men's Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence.

Application Instructions

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/169709.