Coordinator of Embedded Campus Programs/Psychologist (PY)

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is looking for a Coordinator of Embedded Campus Programs/Psychologist to provide clinical services within a university setting. The role emphasizes the provision of psychological services, program management, and the supervision of mental health professionals.

Ideal candidates should possess a Master's degree in clinical or counseling psychology, with significant experience in similar roles. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, program evaluation, and leading clinical initiatives that address student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience.
• Valid state licensure.
• Experience in university counseling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services for students with complex needs.
• Lead clinical decision-making and policy development.
• Supervise and mentor other clinicians.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Clinical assessment

Supervision

Program evaluation

Consultation skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in clinical or counseling psychology

Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Job description

Coordinator of Embedded Campus Programs/Psychologist (PY)

Position Summary: The Coordinator of Embedded Campus Programs is a senior clinician within Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) and reports to the Senior Director of CAPS and the Fontaine Center. This position provides direct clinical services (individual, group, crisis counseling), consultation, outreach, supervision of trainees and staff, and leads the development and management of embedded counseling services in academic and campus units. This is an 11‑month position, off the month of June.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in clinical or counseling psychology, 5 years of professional experience, and valid state licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA accredited program.
• Active licensure in the State of Georgia.
• 7–10 years of experience providing psychological services in a university counseling center or comparable setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in independent clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.
• Capacity to work effectively in a cross‑cultural, interdisciplinary environment.
• 2–5 years of experience supervising licensed mental health professionals.
• 2 years of experience with program assessment, evaluation, or quality improvement initiatives in higher education or healthcare.
• AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain after hire).
• 2 years of experience coordinating embedded or decentralized service delivery models.
• Training or applied experience in community psychology, systems level intervention, or prevention science.
• At least 1 year of experience with telehealth service delivery and integrated care models.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with academic leadership and institutional stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of counseling psychology theory, evidence‑based interventions, and college student mental health.
• Knowledge of developmental, cultural, and environmental factors affecting student well‑being.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and ethical clinical practice standards.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation systems and healthcare compliance requirements.
• Strong consultation and facilitation skills for working with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Strong organizational and program‑coordination skills.
• Ability to exercise independent professional judgment in complex clinical and systems‑level situations.
• Ability to lead and coordinate services across multiple campus environments.
• Ability to analyze needs, develop programs, and evaluate service effectiveness.
• Ability to adapt services to meet various populations and institutional priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to apply professional judgment to complex and sensitive situations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills appropriate for clinical, consultative, and administrative contexts.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑responsibility environment with competing priorities.
• Proven ability to design and evolve new service systems through an entrepreneurial, forward‑thinking approach.

Duties/Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide independent, evidence‑based psychological services, including advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and crisis intervention for students presenting with complex, high‑acuity, and co‑occurring mental health conditions.
• Serve as a senior clinical authority for complex, high‑risk, and multidisciplinary student cases, exercising advanced professional judgment and providing consultation to CAPS leadership, academic administrators, and campus partners.
• Lead clinical decision‑making in situations with significant institutional, ethical, and risk‑management implications, ensuring adherence to professional standards, regulatory requirements, and university policies.
• Design, implement, and evaluate strategic outreach, prevention, and early‑intervention initiatives aligned with departmental goals and broader institutional priorities for student success, retention, and wellbeing.
• Act as a primary clinical representative for CAPS in high‑level campus initiatives, committees, and task forces related to student wellbeing and belonging, crisis response, threat assessment, and institutional mental health strategy.
• Elevate campus‑wide mental health practices by leading policy development, delivering expert consultation, and driving systems‑level improvements.

Embedded Program Coordination and Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the design, expansion, and sustainability of embedded mental health programs, aligning services with university priorities and emerging student needs.
• Lead program design, evaluation, and continuous improvement, including development of outcomes metrics, analysis of utilization data, and preparation of reports for senior leadership.
• Develop, implement, and oversee clinical response protocols for embedded counseling settings, ensuring consistency with CAPS standards while adapting services to unit‑specific needs and populations.
• Serve as the primary liaison to senior academic and administrative leadership for embedded programs, advising on service models, scope, and resource allocation.
• Provide advanced mentorship, consultation, and leadership to licensed clinicians and embedded providers, supporting ethical decision‑making, clinical excellence, and consistency of practice across service models.
• Formalize standards, workflows, and best practices for embedded counseling models to ensure quality and consistency across units.
• Guide long‑range planning and service expansion, anticipating emerging mental health trends, regulatory changes, and institutional demands.
• Lead innovative service delivery initiatives that prioritize prevention‑focused and population‑based approaches, fostering access, improved student outcomes, and belonging.

Supervision

• Provide direct supervision to three full‑time providers, ensuring accountability, performance management, and professional development.
• Provide leadership, consultation, and clinical oversight to embedded providers.
• Provide formal supervision and training to doctoral interns, fellows, and clinicians.
• Actively promote and participate in the development, retention, and engagement of each staff member.

Administrative Tasks

• Participate in CAPS, UHC, and university committees as assigned.
• Contribute to documentation standards, quality improvement efforts, and program evaluation.
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope of a senior professional role.
• Participate in CAPS training seminars, case conferences, and professional development activities.

Physical Demands

Sitting for extended periods, talking, hearing corrected to normal, corrected visual acuity adequate to utilize the electronic health record.

Employment Details

Work visa sponsorship is not offered. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

Recruitment Contact

Recruitment Contact: Celine McNelis‑Kline

Email: [e-mail]