The University of Texas at Dallas Student Counseling Center (SCC) is seeking full-time counseling providers (e.g., psychologist, LPC, LCSW). Counselors within the center provide brief individual counseling, crisis services, outreach, advocacy, workshops, and therapy groups. The center works as a collaborative team around initiatives to enhance mental health services for the students at UT Dallas. Counselors at this time are offering both in-person and virtual mental health services and are allotted one work-from-home day/week.

UT Dallas and SCC are committed to creating an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes social justice, cultural safety and humility, belonging, and the values and goals outlined in SCC’s Diversity statement https://utdallas.edu/counseling/diversity/. As such, SCC counselors are expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with a diverse community of students and colleagues.

- Licensed in Texas
- Previous experience in a university/college setting
- Interest and experience in providing supervision and training to practicum therapists and/or doctoral interns from a relational, use-of-self, and social justice model
- Preference is given to candidates who have experience providing services to diverse populations, such as, but not limited to BIPOC students, international students, neurodiverse students, and LGBTQ+ community.
- Bilingual

The University of Texas at Dallas, a public institution serving 21,000 undergraduates and 8,500 graduate students, is a rising research powerhouse with eight schools and more than 140 academic programs including top-ranked programs in business, engineering, science, audiology, and arts and technology. The campus community is enriched by a commitment to the arts, service-learning opportunities, and an athletics program with new esports teams. The UTD community is made up of a diverse student population, including 20% international students, a large LGBTQ+ community, and one of the top schools serving neurodiverse students. The Division of Student Affairs is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where all individuals are valued and engaged. In 2019, the University was identified as an LGBTQ-Friendly campus and awarded 5/5 stars by Campus Pride Index. Located in Richardson, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the University benefits from the cultural and business opportunities offered in one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States.

The positions will be placed at one of the following levels depending on qualifications:

Mental Health Professional (Senior Staff Therapist), which requires:
– Master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Clinical Social Work from an accredited program and clinical independent licensure in the state of Texas before start date; OR doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited Program and licensure as a psychologist within the first year of employment



Psychologist I – which requires:
- a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology or other degree acceptable to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP).
- One year, full-time, supervised, doctoral internship in an APA Accredited college or university counseling center or other relevant clinical setting.



Both require:
- 1 year of related experience
- Demonstrated experience providing services to members of marginalized populations
- Commitment to equity and inclusion of people of diverse, intersecting identities
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team of professionals
- Strong clinical skills and ability to maintain up to date and accurate documentation

Remote Work Statement:
After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To Apply, Submit:
1. Cover letter that must include: • How you see yourself contributing to diversity, equity and inclusion values within the SCC. • Your particular areas of expertise that you would bring to the position (please specify if interest/experience aligns with Essential Duties and Responsibilities as noted above, or other areas of experience that you would contribute to SCC)

2. Curriculum vitae (CV)/resume

3. Contact information for three professional references with at least one reference being a current or former manager/supervisor

COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with licensure status and experience level. The positions are associated with full health and other staff benefits, including sick and vacation days, professional development time, and professional funds.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Alanna Carrasco Drummond, Clinical Director, Student Counseling Service University of Texas at Dallas 972-883-2575 Alanna.Carrasco@utdallas.edu