Job Description

Academic Advisor

Exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nationally respected doctoral program in Clinical Psychology. Guide and mentor Psy.D. students from orientation through graduation, supporting their academic and professional growth. Play a key role in a rigorous, APA-accredited program dedicated to developing future leaders in mental health.

Compensation: $ 70,000- 80,000

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for doctoral students, providing individualized academic advising and long-term planning.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to ensure coordinated and consistent student support.
• Interpret and communicate academic policies, degree requirements, and program expectations.
• Monitor student progress, identify challenges early, and provide proactive guidance and resources.
• Support and facilitate student orientation and transition programs to promote academic readiness and engagement.
• Maintain accurate and confidential advising records; assist with data collection and reporting for program improvement.
• Communicate important academic deadlines, policy updates, and key milestones effectively to students and staff.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in psychology, counseling, higher education, or a related field (doctoral degree preferred).
• Minimum of three years of experience in academic advising or student services, ideally at the graduate or professional level.
• Strong knowledge of higher education policies, student development theory, and best practices in advising.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, student-centered approach with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Experience working with APA-accredited or doctoral-level training programs is a plus.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: three days on-site and two days remote.
• Campus located in Newton, MA, with parking available.
• Requires occasional evening hours during peak advising periods.
• Participation in major program events such as orientation, open houses, and commencement.

Why Join

• Empower the next generation of clinical psychologists through meaningful student engagement and mentorship.
• Contribute to a mission-driven academic community focused on excellence, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive environment with opportunities to innovate and make a lasting difference.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

The Hollister Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are under-represented in their respective occupation or position.

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