Clinical Counselor II at Rice University

DescriptionAbout Rice:Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston Texas Rice University is ranked among the nations top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system which supports students intellectually emotionally and culturally through social events intramural sports student plays lectures series courses and student government. Developing close-knit diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rices culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name RICE Responsibility Integrity Community and Excellence.Position Summary:The Clinical Counselor II for the Rice Counseling Center provides clinical services and assumes leadership in specific programmatic supervisory or outreach areas. They will handle more complex cases mentor junior clinicians and be actively involved in crisis response and center initiatives.Ideal Candidate Statement:An ideal candidate for this role possesses exceptional flexibility and adaptability to thrive in the dynamic fast-paced environment of the Rice Counseling Center. They approach every interaction with the Rice community with cultural humility empathy and compassion ensuring that students feel understood respected and supported.Workplace Requirements:This position is exclusively on-site requiring all duties to be performed in person at Rice University 30 hours per week 10 months per year with a schedule determined in conjunction with the Director.Per Rice policy 440 work arrangements may be subject to change.Minimum Requirements:Masters degree in counseling social work or psychologyIndependent licensure in a relevant discipline (e.g. LPC LCSW LMFT Licensed Psychologist)3 years of post-licensure clinical experience preferably in college or university settingsNo substitutions for education or experience allowedSkills:Proficiency in individual group and couples counseling with young adult populationsStrong diagnostic and assessment abilities using DSM-5 criteria and evidence-based practicesCrisis intervention and suicide/risk assessment skillsCompetence in trauma-informed strengths-based and culturally responsive approachesDemonstrated commitment to serving historically marginalized and underrepresented groupsAbility to maintain clinical documentation in compliance with ethical and legal standardsAdherence to professional ethics confidentiality and licensure regulationsSound judgment and decision-making in complex or high-stress situationsAbility to manage a caseload efficiently while maintaining quality of careStrong interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse student bodyClear and concise written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and time-management skillsPreferences:Doctoral degree4 years of demonstrated experience working with diverse and underserved populationsProven ability to supervise and mentor early-career clinicians or studentsEssential Functions:Independently provide individual couples and group therapy including for complex mental health concerns (e.g. trauma identity distress substance use)Conduct risk assessments and manage crisis situations including participation in after-hours on-call coverageMaintain clinical documentation in compliance with ethical and legal standardsSupervise and provide consultation to Clinical Counselor I staff trainees or internsDevelop and lead specialized outreach and psychoeducational initiatives tailored to diverse student groupsConsult with faculty parents and staff regarding student concerns in accordance with applicable privacy laws and institutional policiesContribute to program evaluation intake/referral workflow refinement and clinical quality improvement effortsPerform all other duties as assignedAdditional Functions:Provide consultation and referrals to campus and community resourcesCollaborate with faculty staff and campus partners in supporting student well-beingMeet with the Clinical Director of the Rice Counseling Center weeklySupervise practicum studentsMust be able to take on-call evenings and weekends on rotationReport utilization numbers to the Associate Dean of Students when neededRice University HR Benefits: Mission and Values:Mission and Values Rice UniversityRice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national or ethnic origin genetic information disability or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please contact Rice Universitys Disability Resource Center at or for support.If you have any additional questions please email us at Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University. Key Skills Cobol,Council,Creative Production,ABAP,Insurance Paralegal,Light Vehicle Driving Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1