Title of the Position
Counselor (Tokyo-based)
Department
Counseling Office
Position Type
Full-time
Location
Tokyo Campus (Sangen-jaya station)
Work Hours
37.5 hours per week (Regular weekly schedule: 09:00 to 17:30 Mon to Fri)
Report To
Director of the Counseling Office
Visa Requirement
Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is able to sponsor a visa for this position.
Salary & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience, plus transportation. Partial remote work options negotiable.
Eleven days paid vacation in the first year, increasing to 20 days after 6 years of employment, plus 5 paid "personal and sick days" each year. In addition, approximately 2 weeks university-wide break over Christmas/New Year. Japanese social insurance and pension, commuting allowance, and tuition benefits for Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) programs.
Overview of Position
At the TUJ Counseling Office, licensed psychologists and professional counselors provide services to students through individual counseling and workshops, as well as referrals to other resources on campus or nearby. The services are designed to increase students’ self-awareness, improve problem-solving skills, and accomplish their personal and academic goals. The services are offered in both English and Japanese. Some common issues that are addressed include: depression, anxiety, relationship problems, stress management, loss and grief, procrastination, shyness, self-esteem, family problems, sexuality, identity, academic performance, and career decisions. Consultations are also provided to staff and faculty regarding students with psychological issues.
See counseling page for more details.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide both online and in-person individual counseling, workshops, and outreach to TUJ students with psychological difficulties
- Conduct key client care tasks promptly (e.g., phone calls, progress notes, intake and termination summaries)
- Work closely with other departments to strategize handling of student issues and prevention
- Provide mental health and medical referrals for students as needed
- Provide consultation to parents, guardians, and families of TUJ students as needed
- Write letters on students’ psychological conditions
- Provide emergency care for students in crisis
- Assist with director’s responsibilities in their absence
- Conduct administrative work related to Counseling Office operations
Qualifications & Experience
- Native or near native-level English language ability (Conversational Japanese ability preferred)
- Earned master’s or doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology
- Counselor or psychologist license preferred (from APA-accredited programs or equivalent)
- Minimum of three or more years of counseling experience in a clinical setting
Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Send applications to tujjobs@tuj.temple.edu with
- a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and what appeals to you about the position,
- resume or c.v., and
- contact information for two references.
Indicate the title of the position you are applying for in the email subject box. Also, we would appreciate it very much if you could let us know from which website/resource you found out about this position.
Only those applicants who make it past the initial review will be contacted.
Temple University, Japan Campus is committed to equal opportunity employment, and to increase diversity and inclusivity in both its community and curricula. All qualified applicants shall receive full and equal consideration for employment. The university does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. Candidates who can contribute to the institution's goals are strongly encouraged to apply.