Senior Staff Clinician, Counselor Education

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Jun 05, 2025

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The Graduate School of Education and Human Development is a premier school with exceptional faculty teaching across programs in International Education, Adult Education, Disability Studies, and Curriculum and Design, among others. The Department of Counseling and Human Development holds a strong clinical focus, utilizing the clinic as an opportunity to hone students' clinical skills before entering into internship. Additionally, The George Washington University's Community Counseling Services Center ( CCSC) provides low-cost counseling and referral services, clinical screenings, and outreach programming for the neighboring communities. The CCSC is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Senior Staff Clinician, Counselor Education-a unique opportunity to lead innovative mental health services while mentoring the next generation of counseling professionals. Rooted in an antiracist and anti-oppressive framework, the CCSC empowers clients through community outreach and advocacy, while offering a dynamic training environment where master's and doctoral-level students develop clinical expertise under the close supervision of dedicated faculty and licensed professionals. Reporting to the Director of the CCSC, the Senior Staff Clinician, Counselor Education will cultivate a supportive, high-functioning environment where both student counselors can thrive and do their best work. Core Responsibilities: Counseling Services and Student Supervision: Develops, facilitates, and evaluates counseling students and CCSC clinical program. Efficiently supervises cohorts of student counselors throughout the year. Collaborates with faculty to ensure continuity in supervision and education of student counselors. Employs and promotes antiracist/anti-oppressive praxis in clinic management and supervision. Provides crisis management oversight and monitors CCSC services in regard to professional and ethical service provision. Present on campus and during clinical hours. Provides on-call availability during CCSC days of operation and during semester breaks when the CCSC is otherwise closed. Maintains confidential client and student information in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA regulations. CCSC Operations: Assists the Director in guiding clinical staff in clinical decision making, policy and procedures, and provision of ethical care. Collaborates with the Director to create and/or update policies, procedures, and training curricula. Maintains updated CCSC Policies and Procedures Manual and CCSC forms. Assists in marketing the CCSC to prospective clients and referral sources, and screens prospective clients. Maintains and manages technology systems such as the electronic health records and the video-recording capacities of the CCSC, and ensures the confidentiality of all client records, recordings, and documents. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are reasonably related to the position. This is an on-site role in Washington, DC. There are required evening hours on a regular basis and occasionally weekend schedules.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold an advanced degree in a mental health discipline (psychology, social work, or counseling), plus two (2) years of relevant professional experience. A license in Washington, D.C. is required or must be obtained within six months of hire.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:	Must be licensed as an LPC by the Board of Professional Counseling for the District of Columbia or obtain licensure within six months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:	We seek a colleague who will contribute meaningfully to our academic community through a blend of these experiences and professional skills: A doctoral-level degree in counseling or a closely related field is preferred. Experienced clinician and educator who motivates counseling interns to deliver exceptional care. Able to build an inclusive clinical space where students and staff are inspired to grow, connect, and deliver impactful mental health services. Strong organizational abilities to handle day-to-day operations smoothly.
Hiring Range	$64,483.58 - $106,415.52
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Graduate School of Education & Human Development (GSEHD)
Family	Health Services
Sub-Family	Mental Health Services
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 4
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM and some evenings. Typically two evenings will be required. Schedule may vary based on the clinic schedule and students' schedules.
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	On-campus (in person)
Telework:	No
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status - Must be licensed to practice in DC within 6 months of hire.
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S013737
Job Open Date:	06/05/2025
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.