Clinical Counselor II

About Rice:

Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s 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 Rice’s 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:

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology
  • Independent licensure in a relevant discipline (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist)
• 3 years of post-licensure clinical experience, preferably in college or university settings
  • No substitutions for education or experience allowed

Skills:

• Proficiency in individual, group, and couples counseling with young adult populations
• Strong diagnostic and assessment abilities using DSM-5 criteria and evidence-based practices
• Crisis intervention and suicide/risk assessment skills
• Competence in trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approaches
• Demonstrated commitment to serving historically marginalized and underrepresented groups
• Ability to maintain clinical documentation in compliance with ethical and legal standards
• Adherence to professional ethics, confidentiality, and licensure regulations
• Sound judgment and decision-making in complex or high-stress situations
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently while maintaining quality of care
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse student body
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Preferences:

• Doctoral degree
• 4 years of demonstrated experience working with diverse and underserved populations
• Proven ability to supervise and mentor early-career clinicians or students

Essential 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 coverage
• Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with ethical and legal standards
• Supervise and provide consultation to Clinical Counselor I staff, trainees, or interns
• Develop and lead specialized outreach and psychoeducational initiatives tailored to diverse student groups
• Consult with faculty, parents, and staff regarding student concerns, in accordance with applicable privacy laws and institutional policies
• Contribute to program evaluation, intake/referral workflow refinement, and clinical quality improvement efforts
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Additional Functions:

• Provide consultation and referrals to campus and community resources
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners in supporting student well-being
• Meet with the Clinical Director of the Rice Counseling Center weekly
• Supervise practicum students
• Must be able to take on-call evenings and weekends on rotation
• Report utilization numbers to the Associate Dean of Students when needed

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If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.