About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Summary</b></H2> </div><div><div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <p> </p> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div id="radix-_r_54_-content-default" tabindex="0"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div id="markdown-content-2" dir="auto"> <div> <div> <div> <p>The Post Graduate Therapist position provides one year of supervised clinical practice to further develop clinical skills in preparation for independent practice in a university mental health or related setting. The role requires intermediate-level therapy skills and prior clinical experience in a university counseling center, mental health agency, or similar environment. The Therapist will provide services to Purdue students through individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as on-call coverage, triage, and services related to substance use, abuse, and dependence. Additional responsibilities include providing outreach and consultation services. The position follows a “learning by doing” training model emphasizing applied clinical work and includes formal training such as individual and group supervision.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <div> </div> <div> <div> <div><strong>This is a limited-duration position for one year.</strong></div> </div> <div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p><strong>At Purdue, you’ll join a community where unrivaled pride and unlimited potential are more than just words—they’re the foundation of how we work and grow, together. If you’re ready to help build a better world through research that matters, take the next step and join us on this path.</strong></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About Us</b></H2> </div><div><div> <div> <p><strong>At Purdue Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), </strong>our mission is to help Purdue University students maximize the value of their life experiences. As we develop collaborative relationships in a safe and respectful environment, the unique value and dignity of each individual and group are held paramount. For more information about our team and services, please visit: https://www.purdue.edu/caps/</p> </div> </div> <div> </div> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What We're Looking For</b></H2> </div><div><p><strong>Education and Experience Required:</strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Master’s degree in clinical, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, or closely related field from a regionally accredited program.</li> <li>Must have obtained associate license for relevant professional fields (i.e., LMFTA, LMHCA, LSW) in state of Indiana by <strong>(August 1st)</strong>, first date of employment.</li> <li>Supervised internship or equivalent work in a university counseling center, mental health agency or related professional setting (prior direct counseling experience is required).</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Qualified Candidates Will Need:</strong></p> <p><em>Skills Required:</em></p> <ul> <li>Provision of group and individual therapy</li> <li>Strong generalist therapy skills</li> <li>Ability to evaluate and diagnose clients, make decisions about the urgency of clients' problems, and design and implement appropriate therapy treatment interventions foundational</li> <li>Skills and interest in outreach and consultation</li> <li>Confidentiality and adherence to ethical practices</li> <li>Independent judgment and discretion</li> <li>Must relate well to students, staff, faculty and other members of the University community</li> <li> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div id="radix-_r_54_-content-default" tabindex="0"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div id="markdown-content-4" dir="auto"> <div> <div> <div> <p>Specific interest in one or more of the following clinical areas and client groups: group therapy; substance use, abuse, and dependence concerns; eating disorders; international students; and/or working with underserved populations.</p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Information:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Purdue’s benefits summary <a href="https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.php">https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.php</a></li> <li>Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position </li> <li>A background check will be required for employment in this position</li> <li>FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)</li> <li>Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>How to Apply</b></H2> </div><div><p>Please upload the following materials as part of your application:</p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Cover letter indicating your interest in, goals for, and expectations of a Post Graduate Therapist position in a university counseling center</p> </li> <li> <p>Curriculum vitae or resume</p> </li> <li> <p>Contact information for three references, with at least one being a clinical supervisor</p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Who We Are</b></H2> </div><div><div> <div> <p><em>Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.</em></p> </div> </div> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Career Stream</b></H2> </div><div><p>Professional 2</p> <p>Pay Band S060<br>Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php<br>Job Code #20003420 <br>Link to Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>EOE</b></H2> </div><div><p>Purdue University is an EO/EA University</p></div></div></div>