Post-Graduate Therapist

Req Id: 42597

Job Title: Post-Graduate Therapist

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Post Graduate Therapist position provides one year of supervised clinical practice to further develop clinical skills in preparation for independent practice in a university mental health or related setting. The role requires intermediate-level therapy skills and prior clinical experience in a university counseling center, mental health agency, or similar environment. The Therapist will provide services to Purdue students through individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as on-call coverage, triage, and services related to substance use, abuse, and dependence. Additional responsibilities include providing outreach and consultation services. The position follows a "learning by doing" training model emphasizing applied clinical work and includes formal training such as individual and group supervision.

This is a limited-duration position for one year.

At Purdue, you'll join a community where unrivaled pride and unlimited potential are more than just words-they're the foundation of how we work and grow, together. If you're ready to help build a better world through research that matters, take the next step and join us on this path.

About Us

At Purdue Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), our mission is to help Purdue University students maximize the value of their life experiences. As we develop collaborative relationships in a safe and respectful environment, the unique value and dignity of each individual and group are held paramount. For more information about our team and services, please visit: https://www.purdue.edu/caps/

What Were Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

• Master's degree in clinical, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, or closely related field from a regionally accredited program.
• Must have obtained associate license for relevant professional fields (i.e., LMFTA, LMHCA, LSW) in state of Indiana by (August 1st), first date of employment.
• Supervised internship or equivalent work in a university counseling center, mental health agency or related professional setting (prior direct counseling experience is required).

Qualified Candidates Will Need:

Skills Required:

• Provision of group and individual therapy
• Strong generalist therapy skills
• Ability to evaluate and diagnose clients, make decisions about the urgency of clients problems, and design and implement appropriate therapy treatment interventions foundational
• Skills and interest in outreach and consultation
• Confidentiality and adherence to ethical practices
• Independent judgment and discretion
• Must relate well to students, staff, faculty and other members of the University community
• Specific interest in one or more of the following clinical areas and client groups: group therapy; substance use, abuse, and dependence concerns; eating disorders; international students; and/or working with underserved populations.

Additional Information:

• Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.php
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

How to Apply

Please upload the following materials as part of your application:

• Cover letter indicating your interest in, goals for, and expectations of a Post Graduate Therapist position in a university counseling center

• Curriculum vitae or resume

• Contact information for three references, with at least one being a clinical supervisor

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Career Stream

Professional 2

Pay Band S060

Link to Purdue Universitys compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php

Job Code #20003420

Link to Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA University

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Posting Start Date: 6/9/26