Staff Psychologist

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Staff Psychologist to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential clinical, consultative, and psycho-educational services, ensuring adherence to ethical standards and laws. You will engage in outreach programs that foster a supportive environment for students, promoting their academic success and mental health. This position requires a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits. Join a vibrant community committed to making a difference in students' lives and enjoy the opportunity to grow in a dynamic academic setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts

Employee wellness program

Generous paid time off

Tuition remission for employees

Discounts for activities and services

Qualifications

• Must hold a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.
• Three years of clinical counseling experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services.
• Develop outreach programs to support student well-being.

Skills

Clinical Counseling

Crisis Management

Outreach Programs

Consultation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)

Job description

You are invited to submit an application to be considered for a position with more than one opening. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department.

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About UC CAPS

At UC CAPS, we prioritize accessible and effective services that you can access when you need them. We take a collaborative, strengths-based approach to help you identify tools, resources, and strategies to meet your mental health goals.

Job Overview

Under administrative oversight at CAPS, the Staff Psychologist will provide comprehensive clinical, consultative, emergency, and psycho-educational services, ensuring adherence to national professional association ethical standards and compliance with state and federal laws related to service delivery, record keeping, and documentation. The role also involves developing and providing outreach programs to the campus community, fostering a supportive environment that promotes the academic success and well-being of students. We seek a generalist with well-developed clinical skills, and significant experience and interest in outreach and community engagement. CAPS is looking to fill three (3) staff psychologist positions from this posting.

Essential Functions

1. Conduct individual and group counseling.
2. Serve as a coordinator in a specific area at CAPS, based on interest and/or experience. Write reports and proposals concerning program operation.
3. Assess needs and create, plan, and implement outreach activities.
4. Consult with faculty and staff within the university regarding counseling needs and provide training to faculty and staff on creating supportive learning environments.
5. Must hold a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree.
6. Must be licensed or licensed eligible as a psychologist in the State of Ohio. License must be achieved within 6 months from date of employment.
7. Experience must include three (3) years of clinical counseling.
8. Experience must include providing crisis management services.

Required Education

Doctoral Degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).

Required Trainings/Certifications

Licensed Psychologist or licensed eligible in the State of Ohio (must obtain license in the State of Ohio within six (6) months of date of hire).

Required Experience

Three (3) years of clinical counseling experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

1. A doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA accredited program.
2. Pre-doctoral internship from an APA accredited internship training site.
3. Minimum of three years’ experience in university counseling center, which may include a pre-doctoral internship from an APA-accredited site.
4. Licensed-eligible in the State of Ohio. Must obtain psychologist licensure in Ohio within six (6) months from the date of hire and maintain license.
5. Experience working with sexual assault/trauma concerns.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to equity and inclusion.
7. Experience providing brief individual therapy and outreach services to international, historically underrepresented, and/or underserved college populations.
8. Experience providing couples and group counseling.
9. Experience working in a university or college counseling center.
10. Good interpersonal skills, team-oriented, and desire to collaborate in a multidisciplinary setting. The ability to manage the professional demands of a challenging caseload while maintaining good self-care and positive and healthy perspectives.
11. Experience in conducting psychological assessments.
12. Experience in providing clinical supervision.

Application Process Information

For complete application, a cover letter should be included and addressed to Dr. Tara Scarborough, Executive Director of Mental Health and Wellness.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $70,500 dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REQ: 97405

Date: Jan 6, 2025

Location: Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility: Main Campus

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