Staff Psychologist

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 64,800 - 79,200; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Staff Psychologist for its Counseling Center. This role involves providing counseling services, crisis interventions, training, and consultations to the UGA community. A doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology is mandatory, as well as the initiation of the licensure process before hire date. The minimum salary is $72,000 with an anticipated start date of 01/01/2026. The position focuses on diverse student needs, including preventive education and outreach programs.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology required.
• Must initiate licensure process before hire date.
• Experience in evaluation and treatment of traditional and non-traditional college students.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical evaluation and counseling to individuals and groups.
• Active involvement in training programs and supervision of trainees.
• Participate in performance improvement projects and team activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Telehealth services

Preventative psychological education

Education

Doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology

Tools

Point and Click Solutions OpenSuite

Job description

Staff Psychologist

University of Georgia – Counseling Professional AD FLSA Exempt Faculty Rank – Administrative Faculty. Fiscal (12 month) tenure status: non‑tenure track. Minimum salary $72,000. Anticipated start date: 01/01/2026.

Position Summary

CAPS Psychologists provide primary, secondary, and tertiary services to eligible members of the UGA community. Services include group therapy, individual therapy, crisis interventions, outreach, training, and consultation. Clinicians may provide internal or external referrals as needed. All services are delivered in accordance with UHC and CAPS policies and procedures, and clinicians follow professional and organizational standards for care and documentation. Team members participate in performance improvement initiatives and engage in team activities, such as required meetings and committees. CAPS relies on staff to contribute to the growth and development of trainees.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology or a closely related field from an APA‑approved (or equivalent) psychology program and an APA‑approved (or equivalent) internship.
• Must initiate the licensure process before the date of hire.
• Must successfully complete the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) within six months of hire.
• Must complete all licensure requirements within 12 months of hire.
• 2 or more years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of individuals whose age and psychological development is similar to traditional and non‑traditional college students.
• Skill and/or interest in preventative psychological education and outreach programs.
• AHA Heartsaver CPR / AED certification required. Can obtain after start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Full independent licensure within the State of Georgia by the date of first employment.
• 1 year or more experience working in a college counseling center.
• 2 or more years working in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Training and 2+ years of experience working with individuals from traditionally underserved populations – first‑generation, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Latinx, rural, veterans.
• Training and 2+ years of experience working in a setting involved in the training and supervision of counseling and psychotherapy to students in training or post‑graduate professionals.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Advanced skill in presenting concerns typically seen at a university counseling service.
• Training and skills in providing telehealth services.
• Familiarity with accreditation (JC, APA, IACS) requirements and standards.
• Excellent knowledge of and competence working with Point and Click Solutions OpenSuite or another electronic health record.
• Ability to multi‑task and work on other duties as assigned.
• Skill and/or interest in preventive psychological education and outreach programs.
• Ability to communicate and provide services in more than one language.

Responsibilities

• Clinical evaluation and counseling/psychotherapy to groups, couples, and individuals; provide crisis counseling, consultation, and limited student outreach – 65 %
• Provide clinical supervision of new staff, treatment planning, coordinating, referral, and documentation.
• Active involvement in all training programs, including supervision of trainees and educational activities – 15 %
• Provide clinical workshops and liaison services to students, student groups, and members of the UGA community – 10 %
• Participate in PI projects; attend staff and other assigned meetings/committees; perform other duties as assigned – 10 %

Physical Demands

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

EEO 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.