Advanced Mental Health Resident

Position Information

University Code 22013 University Title Intern/Resident 3 University Job Family Health Sciences ORP Eligible Yes For more information on ORP, visit: Retirement Plans
Recruitment Pool All Applicants Recruitment Type Multi Title Scope of Search National Working Title Advanced Mental Health Resident Position Number FA3200 Is this employee on a H1B Visa? No Position Type Staff Job Status Full-Time FLSA Indicator Exempt Employee Group University Employee Department University Counseling Organizational Overview

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Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities

Virginia Commonwealth University ( VCU ) invites applications for two, one-year, full time, Advanced Mental Health Residents to join the staff of University Counseling Services ( UCS ) in the Division of Student Affairs. Both positions will be housed at the Medical Campus ( MCV ) office location and will operate on our MCV office schedule. These positions entail working primarily with VCU health professional students, but do provide opportunities to work with undergraduate and graduate students as well. General duties include initial consultation, individual therapy, crisis work including on-call coverage, and consultation with university faculty and staff. Additional duties may include group therapy, provision of supervision, and outreach. Supervision by a licensed senior staff professional will be provided.

Minimum Hiring Standards

A successful candidate would have earned a doctorate in psychology or a master’s degree in social work by start date. Completed a supervised clinical internship or work equivalent experience. Psychology applicants must have graduated from APA -accredited programs and have completed APA -accredited internships. ABD candidates will be considered. Additionally, the position requires evidence of strong clinical skills, excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication, the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary counseling center team, and demonstrated commitment to multicultural competence.Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU .

Preferred Hiring Standards

Experience across the general duties listed for these positions. Experience in a university counseling center.

Required Licenses/ Certifications Anticipated Hiring Range $35,586 Application Process/Additional Information

Application review will begin March 5, 2021, and the position is open until filled. Salary is $35,586 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. To apply, electronically please submit your letter of interest, current vita, and three letters of reference.

Campus Monroe Park Campus Hours/Week 40 hours/week Normal Work Days/Hours Mondays & Tuesdays 11am-8pm; Wednesday-Friday 8am-5pm Job Open Date 02/05/2021 Posting will close on or before Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Is this a restricted position? No Is this position eligible to participate in alternative work arrangements? No Sensitive Position Yes- A pre-employment fingerprint background check will be required. Resource Critical Yes Quick Link https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/103165 Posting Specific Questions

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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Reference Letter - 1
4. Reference Letter - 2
5. Reference Letter - 3

Optional Documents