The Post-Masters Clinical Fellowship is designed to prepare individuals intending to obtain licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for independent practice by providing experiences that promote clinical and professional development.
The fellowship is a full-time, salaried (with full university employee benefits), 1-year (12 months) position from the summer 2023 through summer 2024 with the specific start date TBD based on Fellow’s needs. There will be the potential to renew for a second year, provided interest from both the Fellow and MUCC.
Clinical duties will be supervised by licensed staff (Licensed Psychologists or Licensed Professional Counselors) at MUCC, who are approved by the State of Missouri for supervision of LPC hours.
The Post-Master’s Clinical Fellowship operates within MUCC’s “learning by doing” philosophy of training, which is centered upon development through application of established knowledge and clinical skills and promotes self-reflection, feedback, and consultation. This approach differs from the highly structured, didactic approach that individuals received in graduate school. The Fellow will have opportunities for supervision and consultation from licensed clinical professionals with a range of areas of expertise and operating from various theoretical orientations.
Given the MUCC’s overarching value of and commitment to cultural competence as well as the diversity of the university’s student population, this position is ideal for those seeking opportunities to work with a diverse clientele and grow in their own knowledge, skills, and awareness of cultural factors.
Description of Job Duties
- The primary role of this position is to provide direct clinical services to university students. Clinical activities will be predominately comprised of individual therapy (including intake evaluations). Opportunities for sub-specialization with certain populations or presenting concerns may be available.
- Additionally, the Fellow will be tasked with leading or co-leading one of MUCC’s many group therapy offerings each semester, with the Fellow’s group preference being considered along with center needs.
- Depending on the readiness of the individual, the Fellow may also assist with crisis intervention and/or rapid access duties during the Spring semester.
- Fellows will also receive training and experience in the development and provision of outreach services to the university community.
- Formal training opportunities include at least two (2) hours of individual supervision per week, supervision of group therapy, and a weekly group case conference.
- Other activities include staff meetings (monthly), didactic training seminars (monthly), professional development time, preparation and records, and a clinical/administrative project that incorporates the Fellow’s training interests and the needs of the center.
- Work hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., with occasional after-hours due to programming or clinical needs.
Setting
- The University of Missouri Counseling Center (MUCC) is located on the campus of the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri and is a part of the Department of Student Health & Well-Being within the larger Division of Student Affairs. We are located on the newly renovated 4th floor of Strickland Hall.
- The MUCC provides clinical services—including brief individual therapy, group therapy, crisis support, and referral services—and serves the larger campus through outreach, consultation, and responding to campus needs during challenging times.
- Training is and has been a highly valued part of the MUCC’s identity for decades. Staff are dedicated to providing a supportive environment that promotes professional growth for our trainees. The Post-Masters Fellowship is the newest of 3 distinct training programs within the MUCC.
- We strongly believe that in order to be competent, clinicians must have an understanding of multicultural principles and a commitment to embracing and working with individuals who are different from themselves. The Counseling Center works to ensure a supportive and encouraging learning environment through the recruitment and retention of staff and trainees who are committed to diversity, social justice, and training.
- Ranked by the American Institute for Economic Research as one of the nation’s top 10 college towns, Columbia combines small-town comforts, community spirit and a low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Our city of about 120,000 people lies midway between Missouri’s largest metro areas: St. Louis and Kansas City. It is home to nationally-recognized public schools including two top-ranked high schools and other colleges and educational centers. It is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues; home to multiple parks and outdoor recreation sites such as Rock Bridge State Park and the MKT Trail; and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals. Come see why Money magazine, Fortune magazine, U.S. News & World Report, Men’s Journal, MSN.com and others have all named Columbia one of the best places in the country to live.
Requirements
- The position requires completion of a Masters degree from a mental health counseling program (e.g., Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Education, Community Counseling, etc.) or counseling psychology program by the start date.
- Applicants accepted for the position must be able to pass a background check which will be conducted prior to their start date in accordance with University of Missouri HR-504. This background check may include, but not be limited to, criminal history, verifications of employment and education, and driving records. Each background check is considered individually, and consideration will be given to the relationship between the information obtained in the background check, the responsibilities of the position, and the recency and severity of the offense. A relevant job-related conviction or guilty plea is grounds for termination. The University does not employ any individual required to be registered under sections 589.400 to 589.425, RSMo (Missouri Sex Offender Registry) in a position as a “professor or instructor,” which includes post-Masters fellows. Applicants who are offered the position of Post-Masters Fellow but do not successfully pass this background check will be dismissed from the fellowship.
Application Timeline
- We will accept 2 fellows for a 12-month period starting the summer of 2023.
- Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Nathan Booth at nrbooth@missouri.edu
Salary and Benefits
- $40,000 for 12-month period, with possible renewal for a second year.
- Includes full university employee benefits.