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Student Health and Well-Being (SHWB) Mental Health Services at Johns Hopkins University seeks an energetic, organized, and motivated **_Mental Health Services (MHS) Clinician / Liaison to FLI Communities_** to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment focused on delivering innovative mental healthcare and supporting the well-being of a diverse community of learners. The MHS Clinician/Liaison to FLI Communities is part of a team of clinicians providing clinical and outreach services to students and learners across Johns Hopkins University. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with key partners in Student Affairs and to be part of a team of professionals who are passionate about taking a holistic approach to supporting the well-being of students.

The MHS Clinician/ Liaison to FLI Communities participates in the full range of generalist clinical service delivery, along with specific expertise in supporting students who identify as first-generation and/or limited income (FLI). As Liaison to FLI Communities, this clinician will serve as a consultant to other staff, contribute to professional development activities, and develop and implement group and psychoeducational interventions for clients and FLI student populations. The person in this position works collaboratively with primary care, psychiatry, and health promotion staff, along with colleagues in Mental Health Services, to provide care that emphasizes holistic wellness and mental well-being and that leverages students’ resilience and other key skills. The MHS Clinician/ Liaison to FLI Communities will collaborate with campus partners across the University, including the Center for Student Success and Center for Diversity and Inclusion through outreach and liaison activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in clinical work and all professional activities.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

+ This position’s direct clinical service responsibilities will be primarily based at the Homewood clinic but may provide virtual or in-person services and supervision at other locations in Maryland or Washington, D.C. See minimum qualifications for required timeframes for licensure. Jurisdictions required: Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Percentages of duties and responsibilities are given as a general guideline, and will vary depending on time of year, needs of the clinical service, and program coordination responsibilities.

_Direct Clinical Service (65%)_

+ Creates a warm and welcoming clinical environment where clients feel supported and respected as they pursue their personal, academic, and professional goals.

+ Provides multiculturally-informed direct clinical services, including goal-oriented approaches to initial consultations, intake assessments, single-session therapy, individual counseling, single-session consultations, group and relationship counseling, and crisis intervention for a diverse community of undergraduate and graduate students.

+ Develops and implements group interventions with a particular focus on supporting first generation and/or limited income students access resources across the University to support student success.

+ Utilizes both flexible and goal-oriented approaches to individual treatment, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, executive functioning support, and interpersonal therapy.

+ Collaborates with providers within SHWB as an interdisciplinary treatment team, including therapists, psychiatric providers, primary care clinicians, and case management staff.

+ Provides clinical case management to support connections to appropriate resources and bridge clients to care.

+ Consults, as appropriate, with providers in the community to facilitate continuity of care.

_Outreach (10-15%)_

+ Develops, implements and integrates evaluation feedback for psycho-educational workshops and other presentations for JHU students and learners, with special focus on students who identify as first-generation and/or limited income.

+ Engages in opportunities for informal interactions with students to reduce barriers to counseling, which may include offering drop-in and chat hours, attending student events, and participating in a range of student-led and student-focused programs.

+ Maintains a visible presence in campus community through participation in outreach and educational activities including orientation, resource fairs and community activities.

+ Contributes to content for MHS social media and website content.

+ Serves as liaison to a school, division or department within JHU to enhance relationships with faculty, staff, students and trainees; range of activities may include needs assessment, embedded chat or drop-in hours, participation in CARE teams, facilitating skills training or workshops, consultation, etc.

_Collaborative and Other Activities (20%)_

+ Remains abreast of current literature and research on student behavioral health and evidence-based intervention strategies, with a particular focus on client populations that identify as first-generation and/or limited income.

+ Contributes to professional development of SHWB staff and affiliated trainees through provision of didactic training and seminars, with a particular focus on building competencies for support and intervention with students who identify as first-generation and/or limited income

+ Leads or participates in a multi-disciplinary practice collaborative group.

+ Participates in case consultation, student risk management, peer chart reviews, and other departmental committees as directed.

+ Participates in clinical training programs; licensed psychologists will enter the pool of available individual supervisors for the APA-approved psychology internship training program after 2 years of post-licensure experience.

+ Works collaboratively with campus partners to support both clinical and programmatic needs of students and learners, with a particular focus on students who identify as first-generation and/or limited income.

+ Participates in MHS recruitment and hiring processes.

+ Completes documentation and administrative duties in accordance with MHS policies and procedures.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution.

+ Two years of post-graduate clinical experience.

+ Independently licensed as a mental health provider in primary required jurisdiction(s) noted in job description prior to start date; licensure in additionally required jurisdiction(s) required within 6 months of hire.

SUBSTITUTION / EQUIVALENCY: Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in psychology from an APA accredited program and completion of an APA internship. **If eligibility is based on a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in psychology, post-grad experience is not required to meet the minimum qualifications.** Recent doctoral graduate hires must obtain licensure as a psychologist in a minimum of one required jurisdiction(s) noted in job description within 12 months of hire; licensure in additional required jurisdictions required within 2 years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution.

+ Minimum of 2 years post-graduate clinical experience.

+ Independently licensed as a mental health provider in primary required jurisdiction(s) noted in job description prior to start date; licensure in additionally required jurisdiction(s) required within 6 months of hire.

Special Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

+ Specialized training, interest, and/or experience working with students who identify as first-generation and/or low income.

+ Specialized training, interest, and/or experience working with one or more diverse populations is strongly preferred; examples include Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) identified students, the LGBTQ+ community, international students, and students who identify as disabled, gender diverse, and on the neurodivergence spectrum.

+ Clinical experience with presenting concerns prevalent within the student and learner population is strongly preferred; examples include identity development, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, disordered eating, co-occurring substance use disorders, sleep disorders, and ADHD.

+ Experience independently executing psycho-educational presentations, programs and events for a wide audience.

+ Bilingual proficiency is highly desirable.

About Johns Hopkins University Division of Student Health and Well-Being

The Johns Hopkins University Student Health & Well-Being practice group supports well-being, primary care and mental health services for JHU students and learners across all nine schools within the University. Our integrated service delivery model provides dynamic health and well-being promotion, support and programming, student disability services including guidance and resources, and in-person primary and mental health care options at our clinics as well as remote support though phone and online resources.

We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and supporting the professional development of a diverse team of practitioners and support staff who bring a range of intersecting identities as well as personal and professional experiences to their roles. The Johns Hopkins University comprises undergraduate and graduate students and learners from across the globe, and the division of Student Health and Well-being prioritizes innovative care delivery models to meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders and to support the development and sustainability of well-being.

Additional Information (Working Conditions)

+ Schedule

+ This is a 37.5 hour/week position. One evening clinic per week (telehealth only until 7pm) may be required.

+ This position requires evening and weekend work dependent on the programmatic needs of the University and for activities during the academic year (e.g., orientation, special events, etc.).

+ One day of remote work is standard; additional remote days may be required or permitted based on operational needs.

+ This is a 12-month position; 10- or 11-month positions may be possible, please discuss options with the recruiter.

+ This position is designated as a Required Attendance Employee, designated as vital to the operation of a work group, so may be required to work during a university closure in response to operational needs.

Classified Title: Mental Health Services Clinician

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Mental Health Services Clinician / Liaison to FLI Communities (Student Health & Well-Being Mental Health Services)

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/ME

Starting Salary Range: Min $64,000 - Max $112,200 Annually ($80,000 to $90,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F, 8:30-5pm with one evening until 6pm during the academic term and occasional evening-weekend availability for special events/outreach. Please see job description.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department name: Mental Health Services

Personnel area: University Student Services