Psychologist - Student Affairs

Auburn University; Woodfield (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University seeks a Psychologist to provide clinical services to students, including therapy, assessment, and crisis response. The role includes coordinating treatment, documenting records, and collaborating with campus stakeholders.

The candidate will supervise psychology interns and graduate practicum students, and contribute to outreach and education on mental health resources. Must meet Alabama licensure timeline.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program and completed doctoral internship.
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) from an APA-accredited program with all doctoral requirements completed except the dissertation; completion within 12 months of hire.
• Must be licensed as a Psychologist in Alabama within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides psychological services including individual therapy, group therapy, emergency/crisis intervention, psychological assessment, treatment planning, and consultation with stakeholders.
• Documents, reports, and maintains confidential records from counseling services.
• Evaluates and develops comprehensive treatment plans and coordinates with other professionals.
• Clinically supervises psychology interns and graduate practicum students; may supervise unlicensed senior staff clinicians.
• Develops and presents outreach presentations and educational seminars on mental health services.

Skills

Emergency/crisis intervention

Documentation

Consultation

Group therapy

Individual therapy

Assessment

Treatment planning

Supervision

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D. in counseling or clinical psychology (APA-accredited)

Master’s degree with doctoral requirements completed (dissertation within 12 months)

Job description

Overview

Student Affairs at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Psychologist! This roe provides counseling and psychological services for students with mental health issues and provides information regarding mental health services and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides psychological services to students that include, but are not limited to, individual therapy, group therapy, emergency/crisis intervention, psychological assessment, treatment planning, diagnosis, and consultation with multiple stakeholders.
• Documents, reports, and maintains confidential records and information from counseling-related services including individual therapy, group therapy, emergency/crisis intervention, consultations, and psychological assessments.
• Evaluates and develops comprehensive treatment plans for individuals to include(but not limited to) assessment, diagnosis, coordinating treatment with other professionals, and providing community referrals when indicated.
• Clinically supervises psychology interns and graduate practicum students. May clinically supervise unlicensed senior staff clinicians.
• Plans, develops, and presents outreach presentations, workshop programs, and educational seminars related to mental health issues and available services to students, staff, faculty, and other campus stakeholders.

Qualifications

Psychologist I

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited academic program and having completed a doctoral internship

OR

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) from an APA-accredited academic program with all doctoral degree requirements completed except the dissertation. Completion of the dissertation and graduation from the doctoral program is required within 12 months of hire.

Psychologist II

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited academic program plus 2 years of experience providing psychological services post-licensure.

Psychologist III

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited academic program plus 6 years of experience providing psychological services post-licensure.

Certification or Licensure Requirements

Must be licensed as a Psychologist in the state of Alabama within 2 years of hire.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of an APA-accredited Pre-Doctoral Internship
• Additional years of experience in providing counseling and psychological services to a college student population.

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education?

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Posted Date

11/6/2026