Utah State University Counseling and Prevention Services (CAPS; https://aggiewellness.usu.edu/logan/mentalwellness) is seeking a therapist to provide individual therapy to students at a university counseling center and be part of a friendly and energetic team of interdisciplinary mental health professionals. This is a part-time, non-benefited temporary position on the USU-Logan campus for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. The work hours are flexible between 8am and 5pm, from Monday through Friday. The hours per week will depend on the caseload and the therapist availability, and no more than 29 hours per week. Clinicians at CAPS are expected to provide culturally responsive services to all students.

• Conduct intake and individual face-to-face and teletherapy psychotherapy.
• Prepare for sessions and maintain accurate and up-to-date records of clinical services in the electronic health record system (Titanium).
• Practice all responsibilities in accordance with ethical and professional standards and state laws.
• Participate in CAPS weekly case staffing meetings (Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm) if possible.
• Understand and comply with CAPS and university policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a mental health discipline (e.g., Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy) from an accredited program.
• Current clinical license or an ability to be licensed in the state of Utah (arrangement for supervision may be made for social work and counseling).
• Experience providing therapy to college age adults.
• Willingness and capacity to effectively use Zoom for telehealth.
• Skills with basic computer programs (e.g., Word, Outlook)and an ability to learn our electronic record system (Titanium).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

CAPS is part of USU's Division of Student Affairs. We have been accredited by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS) since 1994. Our staff is composed of professionals for psychology, social work, and marriage & family therapy. We have a doctoral internship that is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association and practicums in clinical/counseling psychology. The center offers a range of services, including individual and group therapy, single-session therapy, assessment, crisis appointments, case management, and outreach.

We strive to create a welcoming environment and provide culturally responsive services for everyone. As a staff, we value clear, respectful, and compassionate communication. Warm collegial relationships exist on a strong foundation of respect and openness. We appreciate individual differences and opportunities to learn from each other. Life-long learning, self-reflection, and openness to feedback are some of the shared values. Changes are embraced and everyone's input matters. With an open-door policy, we often consult with each other or just talk for fun between sessions. We work hard; at the same time, value work-life balance.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 04/2024

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023