Embedded Psychologist

Embedded Psychologist

Job Summary

The University Counseling Center (UCC) at the University of Utah enthusiastically welcomes applications for two full-time embedded staff psychologists to become an integral member of our large dynamic multidisciplinary team. This is a fully benefited, full-time 12-month position. Responsibilities include providing individual, group, relationship counseling, conducting initial consultations, clinical supervision, and crisis intervention services. Possession of strong clinical skills, the ability to manage a full client caseload, demonstrated competence in working effectively with a wide range of clientele and presenting concerns, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team is desired. The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of and experience with college student mental health needs.
Embedded psychologists spend a portion of their time within an identified college or department providing clinical, outreach, programming and consultation services. The remainder of time is spent within the central UCC location. Embedded staff have a unique opportunity to develop ongoing collaborative working relationships with faculty and staff and develop an expertise within their embedded area. Current embedded sites include College of Law, College of Science, College of Engineering, Satellite Campuses, and the Center for Student Access and Resources.
Current openings are for one of two locations:
Ivory University Housing - The Ivory University House (https://www.ivoryuniversityhouse.com/) is campus adjacent student housing with approximately 600 students with additional housing under construction. The Ivory University House is a partnership between the Ivory Foundation and the University of Utah. Particular emphasis will be on providing on-site clinical services and programming within the Ivory House for approximately 20 hours/week. The remaining 20 hours will be assigned to central UCC, or potentially augment other embedded sites.
Health Sciences - The University of Utah Health Sciences includes the College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, College of Health, School of Dentistry, and the School of Medicine. The Embedded Psychologist provides clinical services for students across all health sciences colleges (with the exception of MD students) and partners with college faculty and staff providing preventative programming and outreach. The position will work collaboratively with the Assistant Vice President for Health Sciences Student Health & Wellness. Approximately 20 hours/week will be spent within the Health Sciences locations, with the remaining 20 hours assigned to central UCC.

About Student Affairs
Student Affairs is comprised of more than 20 departments, Student Affairs encourages U students to participate in the creation of their own campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners to ensure all members of our community not only feel welcomed but are fully incorporated into university life.

A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):

• 14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
• Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
• Tuition reduction for employees and family members
• Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available
• Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)

Responsibilities
Essential Functions

• Provide initial consultations and crisis intervention services.
• Conduct individual, couple/relationship, and group psychotherapy.
• Provide outreach presentations to the embedded site and campus community.
• Provide clinical supervision and actively participate in other training-related activities.
• Coordinate with administration at the embedded site in providing programming, preventative work, and general updates.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Problem Solving
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Program development and evaluation skills.
Outreach consultation skills.
Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
Ability to provide patient care to patients and families resistant to treatment and delivering quality care within the constraints of managed care.

Minimum Qualifications
PhD or PsyD degree from APA accredited graduate program in counseling or clinical psychology. Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral internship in counseling or clinical psychology. At a minimum, must obtain licensure as a Certified Psychology Resident, with a strong preference for candidates with licensure as a Psychologist. Psychologists with specific expertise or interest in psychological assessment, substance abuse, or disordered eating treatment are highly encouraged to apply. Previous experience in college student mental health and crisis intervention preferred.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

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Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately, with a priority review date of October 4, 2024.

Requisition Number: PRN39868B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Work schedule to be shared between the University Counseling Center and embedded college and to be determined in collaboration with the embedded college. Opportunity to telecommute 1 day per week may be available. Some evening hours may be preferred.
Department: 00316 - University Counseling Center
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $80,000+, depending on licensure and experience
Close Date:
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/171229


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