Licensed Psychologist

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 102,439 - 149,481; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Riverside is seeking a Licensed Psychologist for the Health Wellbeing and Safety department. This full-time position involves providing direct clinical services, including individual, couples, and group therapy, with a focus on serving diverse and marginalized student populations. Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, hold a current license in California, and have significant clinical experience. The role may involve crisis intervention and requires a commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts.

Qualifications

• Current, valid license to practice Psychology in California or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• Experience working with underrepresented communities is preferred.
• Minimum 4–7 years of clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services including individual, couples, and group therapy.
• Conduct outreach within the UCR campus community.
• Support urgent mental health concerns and provide crisis debrief.

Skills

Knowledge of diverse populations

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving and critical thinking

Experience in crisis intervention

Education

Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology

Tools

Electronic/medical record systems

Job description

Overview

Job ID 37437593

Category Healthcare

Organization Health Wellbeing and Safety

Department Counseling & Psychological Svc

Location Main Campus - UCR

Salary $102,439 - $149,481

Date Posted May 13, 2026

Application Deadline Open Until Filled

Schedule 8AM - 5PM

Full/Part Time Full-time (100%)

Level of Supervision General Supervision

Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff

Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

The Licensed Psychologist provides direct clinical psychological service to UCR students and supports the campus community. Primary responsibilities include individual, couples, and group therapy for all UCR registered students, with a focus on marginalized communities (first‑generation, Black/African American, Latinx, undocumented, Indigenous/First Nations, Asian American/Pacific Islander, multiracial, and other students of color). The role offers crisis intervention services; consults with students, staff, and faculty; serves as a supervisor for the APA accredited internship program; and participates on University committees representing the CAPS department. The psychologist may also serve as a liaison and outreach coordinator for various campus communities. Commitments to diversity, inclusion, and trauma‑informed practice are essential.

Salary range: $102,439.14 – $149,480.75 annually (expected pay up to $140,833.97).

Applicants must possess current work authorization; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology or related discipline.

Conditions

• Maintain required continuing education for professional license and specialized training for supervising interns.
• Focused study on Diversity and Inclusion, with particular experience working with underrepresented communities (Preferred).

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 4–7 years of clinical experience (Required).
• Minimum 1 year with current employer (Credentialing Requirement).
• 7+ years of clinical experience Preferred.
• Experience working in a university setting Preferred.

License Requirements

Current, valid license to practice Psychology in California (or ability to obtain licensure prior to employment). Must maintain CA licensure through the Board of Psychology and UCOP credentialing/privileging standards.

Special Conditions

• Telecommuting/Tele‑Health opportunities (up to two remote days) after probation and as needed based on clinic demand.
• Occasional work beyond scheduled hours for emergencies, outreach, crisis response, or continuity of care.

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations, including African American, Asian American, Latino/Latina, international, first‑generation, veterans, students with disabilities, and LGBTQ.
• Understanding of intersectionality and its impact on student life.
• Proficiency in complex diagnosis, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking.
• Effective interpersonal communication and representation of the department on campus and externally.
• Capability to conduct complex analysis, develop and present treatment recommendations.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative teamwork with diverse clients, university staff, and faculty.
• Knowledge of electronic/medical record systems.
• Demonstrated trauma‑informed therapeutic services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with college students.

Additional Information

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit the Employee Benefits Overview.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services (individual, couples, group therapy) and crisis intervention, including psychological assessment and treatment plan development (55%).
• Conduct outreach, education, liaison, committee representation, and consultation services within the UCR campus community (10%).
• Support and evaluate urgent mental health concerns, provide walk‑in/virtual services, crisis debrief, and post‑vent services (10%).
• Participate in the UCR CAPS Pre‑Doctoral Psychology Internship Program, including supervision, didactic training, and committee service (10%).
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, case management, and compliance with UCR policies (10%).
• Perform additional duties assigned by CAPS leadership (5%).

Other Requirements

• Standard office equipment required.
• Physical: Sit frequently, occasional stand, walk occasionally.
• Mental: Constant reading/comprehension and communication, frequent writing, occasional calculations.
• Environmental: No exposure to excess noise, machinery, temperature changes, dust, or fumes.
• Critical position: yes.