Counseling & Health Services
Psychologist
Ball State University
The Ball State University Counseling Center is looking for YOU, an experienced psychologist, to join our growing, innovative and diverse team. We believe that your skillset will be a valuable asset to Ball State University, and you will be part of a team that promotes the health and well-being of college students. The Ball State Counseling Center values diversity and social justice and encourages applicants from a variety of diverse backgrounds to apply. The ideal candidate will be a licensed psychologist (licensure in Indiana a plus) and at least one year of experience working in a university counseling center or with young adults. Experience working with anxiety disorders, psychological testing, student athletes, substance abuse, or LGBTQIA+ community is highly desirable. Interested parties should apply.
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Position Function: Provide individual and group counseling; outreach/consultation services for Ball State University students; conduct supervision, training and perform administrative duties as assigned; serve on unit and university committees as appointed and assigned.
Minimum Education: A.B.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from both a program and internship that are A.P.A.-accredited; Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. or similar degree must be completed within 6 months of employment.
Minimum Experience: Completion of A.P.A.-accredited internship.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education: Completed Ph.D., Psy.D. or Ed.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from a program and internship that is A.P.A. accredited.
Preferred Experience: More than 2 years working with university students or young adults (age 18-26). Experience working in a university counseling center. Experience working with athletes, anxiety disorders, testing/assessment, trauma or substance use disorders is highly desirable.
Preferred Other: Licensed as a psychologist in Indiana.
Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42984 Include the following documents with your application: resume, and in support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions. The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through June 6, 2024.
Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude, and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty, and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.