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Post Doctoral Fellow / Post Msw Fellow: College Counseling

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Department:

Counseling Services

Job Family:

Administrator

Location:

Poughkeepsie, NY

Vassar College is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by promoting an environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who meet the qualifications of this posting. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact

careers@vassar.edu .

Position Summary:

The Vassar College Counseling Service offers a 10-month Post-Doctoral or Post-MSW Fellowship in college counseling. This fellowship provides an opportunity to gain experience working with a diverse student population at Vassar College, a residential, co‑educational liberal arts college in Dutchess County, NY. The fellowship includes supervision and post-doctoral or post-msw hours that meet New York State licensure requirements, with both individual and group supervision provided by licensed psychologists and social workers on staff at the Counseling Service. This is a full‑time position for 10 months, available August 15, 2026 through June 15, 2027.

Responsibilities:

Brief individual psychotherapy

Group therapy

Intake assessment

Case management

Crisis intervention and emergency services

Consultation

Inclusive outreach programming

The Counseling Service has a strong group therapy program, typically offering 8‑10 groups per semester. The fellow will be expected to co‑facilitate two therapy groups with staff. Some evening and weekend hours should be expected, especially involving crisis intervention and outreach activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Completion of a PhD, PsyD, or MSW degree by August 15, 2026; candidates who have completed all degree requirements but are awaiting graduation may be considered prior to their graduation date.

Professional interest in multiculturalism and social justice, college counseling center work, and student development.

To complete your application, you will be required to attach a letter of interest, current vitae, and an official graduate transcript or letter from PhD or MSW program (Word or PDF format required for all attachments).

Compensation:

$51,000 annually.

To apply:

https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Vassar-External/job/Poughkeepsie-NY/Post-Doctoral-Fellow--College-Counseling_R00032564-1

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