This is a full-time, 10-month position within a IACS-accredited department serving a residential campus of approximately 3,000 undergraduate students. The position operates within a short-term, evidence-informed clinical model consistent with IACS standards, which establish direct clinical contact as the primary function of all staff clinicians. CAPS serves a high-demand clinical environment. The person in this role is expected to maintain a direct clinical contact rate consistent with IACS accreditation standards, which establish 65% of compensated time as the upper threshold for sustainable direct-service load. Individual targets are set below this threshold to preserve capacity for crisis response, consultation, and case management. The following distribution reflects the expected allocation of professional time. IACS accreditation standards identify 65% direct clinical contact as the maximum sustainable threshold for staff clinicians. Individual clinical targets are established by the Director based on role responsibilities, caseload complexity, training responsibilities, and other non-clinical functions. Time allocations may be adjusted in response to clinical demand.. | Function | % Time Direct Clinical Service | Up to 65% Crisis and Access Coverage | 10% Consultation and Coordination | 10% Outreach and Programming | 10% Administration, Training and Supervision | 5% Direct Clinical Service (Primary Function) Provide individual psychotherapy using time-limited, evidence-informed approaches aligned with CAPS scope of practice. Conduct clinical intake assessments, differential diagnosis, and short-term treatment planning. Co-facilitate group therapy offerings; Provide couples counseling as assigned; Maintain clinical documentation in the electronic health record (Medicat) in compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and IACS standards. Crisis Intervention and Access Participate in walk-in triage rotation and provide same-day crisis assessment as scheduled. Contribute to on-call and after-hours crisis coverage in coordination with Campus Safety and Student Support. Coordinate post-hospitalization planning and follow-up care for students returning from inpatient psychiatric treatment. Operate within CAPS triage and routing protocols to match student need to appropriate level of care. Consultation and Campus Coordination Provide consultation to faculty, staff, families, and campus partners regarding student mental health concerns and appropriate referral pathways. Collaborate with Health Services, ODA, Campus Safety, and the Dean of Students office as needed to support high-risk students. Participate in cross-campus coordination structures as assigned by the Director. Outreach and Psychoeducation Develop and deliver psychoeducational programming and workshops for students, RAs, faculty, and staff. Support outreach efforts targeting historically underserved and marginalized student populations, including students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, students with disabilities, and first-generation students. Collaborate with campus partners on mental health promotion and prevention initiatives as clinical demand allows. Administration, Training and Supervision Complete clinical documentation and case management; participate in staff and training meetings; and provide supervision and mentorship to graduate-level practicum students as assigned. Required Qualifications Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited institution. Current independent licensure in mental health practice (Psychologist, LPCC, LISW, or MFT) in the State of Ohio, or eligibility for licensure within 12 months of hire. Supervised clinical experience in a college counseling center or comparable mental health setting. Demonstrated competence in short-term, evidence-informed clinical modalities. Strong commitment to confidentiality, ethical practice, and compliance with HIPAA and FERPA. Demonstrated multicultural competence and ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.

NOTE ON ACCREDITATION AND CLINICAL STANDARDS CAPS

at Oberlin College holds accreditation through the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS). IACS standards identify 65% of compensated time as the upper threshold for direct clinical contact. Individual clinical targets are set by the Director below or up to that threshold, as appropriate, based on caseload complexity, training responsibilities, crisis and access needs, and other non-clinical functions. Time allocation and workload are reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with accreditation requirements and departmental needs. Desired Qualifications Doctoral degree (Ph. D., Psy. D., Ed. D., or D.S.W.) in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Social Work. Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral internship. Experience with crisis intervention, post-hospitalization coordination, or high-acuity clinical populations. Training or experience in the treatment of substance use disorders or co-occurring conditions. Experience working with students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, first-generation students, and other underrepresented groups. Familiarity with electronic health record systems and clinical data practices.