Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Hershey
Jun 30, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding. POSITION SPECIFICS The primary purpose of this position is to support the mental health of Penn State COM students through counseling, consultation, and outreach. Essential Functions Provide individual counseling, couples counseling, group counseling, initial assessments, crisis intervention, and consultation to students regarding a variety of mental health and developmental concerns Demonstrate a commitment to multicultural competency Plan and implement outreach programming for mental health related topics Provide consultation services for staff and faculty colleagues, students, and parents consistent with ethical guidelines, including confidentiality Conduct training in helping, interpersonal, and coping skills to student leaders, classes, and others upon request Maintain documentation that meets legal, professional, and ethical standards of practice for clinicians Be available for other duties as assigned Participate in meetings related to administrative, planning, and/or clinical issues Qualifications To successfully perform the duties of this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Education and/or Experience Required: An earned Master's degree from an accredited program in counseling psychology, Clinical Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Counseling, or relevant mental health field. Demonstrate a commitment to multicultural competency. Experience working in a college or university counseling center is preferred. Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations Required: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to practice clinical services within their area of competency. Other skills, Abilities, and/or Training Ability to preserve confidentiality of information Ability to prioritize multiple tasks Analytical skills necessary for collection and assessment of psychosocial data, interpretation of data and ongoing review of treatment efficiency and effectiveness A solid understanding, and an ability to use and apply different concepts, theories, principles, practices, and terminology within counseling or clinical psychology Demonstrated ability to make ethical decisions and maintain ethical standards Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work within strict deadlines Desire to be a team player Creative problem-solving skills Exceptional customer services skills Excellent oral communication skills (i.e. ability to deal effectively with others; speak professionally on the phone, etc.) Familiarity with industry terms and processes Ability to use a multi-line phone system Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Ability learn a new data management/scheduling system Ability to present on a range of mental health and student wellness topics BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. 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