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About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.
With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Counseling Center
Job Summary
Provide direct clinical services to students, outreach programming and professional training to the Georgia Southern community on a variety of mental health issues, clinical training and supervision to counseling center trainees, and consultations to faculty and staff regarding college student mental health.
Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with Counseling Center policies and procedures
• Provide individual, couples, and group therapy to Georgia Southern students
• Provide crisis on-call service in rotation with other clinical staff
• Provide crisis/triage assessment and response to students
• Participate in various training programs housed within the Counseling Center
• Provide clinical supervision to practicum students and Doctoral Interns
• Provide outreach programming and consultations to campus community
• Maintain all relevant ethical, legal, and professional standards of practice for Psychologists in the State of Georgia
• Coordinate one or more areas of Counseling Center services as requested by Executive Director

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Other Required Qualifications

• Licensure as a Psychologist in Georgia or the ability to obtain licensure within two (2) years of start date

Required Experience

• One (1) year of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Supervision and support would be provided to the successful applicant for obtaining this credential

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a University Counseling Center
• Experience providing clinical supervision
• Experience with public speaking
• Experience with crisis intervention

Proposed Salary
$72,500 - $75,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to demonstrate superior clinical and therapeutic skills and to foster positive therapeutic relationships with a dynamic population of students
• Ability and willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary team in a cooperative and respectful manner
• Ability to manage a caseload of individual, couples, and group therapy clients
• Ability to document clinical interactions via Electronic Medical Record system
• Ability and willingness to develop knowledge of College Counseling Center Service Models
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present outreach programming on mental health topic

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical theories, diagnoses, interventions, treatment planning and therapeutic outcomes
• Rich understanding of social, developmental, and psychological issues and challenges faced by dynamic populations of students within a higher education setting

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Experience and comfort with public speaking

Apply Before Date
June 30, 2026
Application review may begin as early as June 15, 2026.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu .
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu .
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Maintain licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Georgia.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Travel may be required.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education