• Job Description

  Req#: 503517

  The Counseling Center at Pepperdine University promotes mental health on campus through direct intervention, outreach/prevention programming, consultation, and training. The postdoc will join the Full Time counseling staff in the provision of those services, and focus on service delivery to either student athletes or the general student body. There will also be an emphasis on group work and the provision of supervision for doctoral students in training. As a staff member of Student Affairs who works closely with students, this person serves as a Christian role model to students. With psychological wellness in place, students are able to fulfill the University's mission. The Counseling Center strengthens students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.

  Duties

  • Provide therapy for currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students experiencing a wide range of difficulties.
  • Provide consultation to faculty and staff regarding students of concern.
  • Provide supervision for practicum students.
  • Document and maintain client files.
  • Conduct preventative psycho-educational workshops.
  • Attend convocation/chapel on a weekly basis, serve on the Residential Emergency Response Team.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Uphold University mission through work performed.

  The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

  Skills and Qualifications

  Required: Graduate doctoral degree completed, Internship completed. Verifiable training and experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds. Commensurate with experience in psychology doctoral program. Proficiency in individual therapy, ability to collaborate with other professionals who serve students. PCs, Windows-based software, and standard MS Office applications.

  Preferred: Experience working at a University Counseling Center, experience working with athletes.

  Qualified individuals should be able to articulate a strong commitment to diversity, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

  Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws.

  This is a Restricted, Nonexempt, 40 hour per week, 10-month position.

  Expected Pay Rate: $24.24 per hour

  The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

  Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

• About the company

  Pepperdine University is a private research university affiliated with the Churches of Christ whose main campus is located near Malibu, California.

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