Psychologist (Starting at 90k) Premium

University of Nebraska-Lincoln,

Counseling & Psychological Services
 
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Last Posted:

Mon, Oct 28th, '24

Deadline:

Application Review Date: 11/11/2024 (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Start Date:

As soon as possible.

Last Updated:

Mon, Oct 28th, '24

 
POSITION DESCRIPTION
  • |
  • Full Time

The department of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is seeking a Psychologist to join our team! In this role you will support the UNL student population’s mental health care. The Psychologist assists students in reaching their educational, developmental, and emotional goals by providing supervision to our doctoral interns and provisionally licensed psychologists, diagnostic services, treatment, consultation, and education. Consistent with CAPS’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence, in this position you will connect and support underserved student group (e.g., students of color, LGBTQ, international students, students with disabilities).

As a Psychologist you will:
  • Provide valuable mental health treatment and care to the UNL student population
  • Prepare and correspond with and on behalf of clients
  • Interact and collaborate with other professionals within the University Health Center and across campus
  • Collaborate and consult with professional colleagues
  • Perform routine case management

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN
Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community. Counseling and Psychological Services has a career ladder that increases salary upon receiving one’s independent license. We also allow LiMHP Counselors and Psychologists to opt into working an 11-month position when they have worked at least one year at CAPS and have their independent license.

UNL invests in our employees:
  • Counseling and Psychology Services has a Licensure Development Program. Provisional psychology license starting at 80kLPs starting at 90k. Come and grow with us!
  • Counseling and Psychological Services has a Licensure Career Ladder Program:  PLMHP starting at 55k. LMHP starting at 60k. LiMHP starting at 70k.
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • No-cost life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plans with University match
  • Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
  • Exclusive staff discounts
  • Continuous improvement and innovation
  • Professional development through training and education
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace
  • And much more!
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PhD or PsyD in Psychology or related discipline from an accredited training program (or equivalent) along with one year of an APA doctoral internship (or equivalent) required. Eligibility for licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Nebraska by completing doctoral degree by application due date, sitting for the national exam (EPPP) for licensure within first year of hire, successfully passing within 18 months of hire, and being independently licensed within two (2) years of hire. Must have ability to form effective therapeutic relationships with students. Coursework (or equivalent) and experience in provision of supervision must be clearly articulated and demonstrated as this position requires the provision of supervision to doctoral interns and being involved in the CAPS supervisory team. Experience in a multidisciplinary psychological setting. Demonstrated expertise working with underrepresented and first generation students necessary. Sensitivity, knowledge and effectiveness in working with a diverse student population, including ethnic minorities, gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students, and other under-represented groups essential. Ability to consult and present educational programs related to educational, developmental, and mental health issues, especially regarding underrepresented student concerns necessary. Considerable knowledge of personality theory, psychopathology, normal and abnormal development, techniques of psychotherapy and factors relating to individual and social psychopathology required. Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary mental health team, and with other health professionals, University faculty and staff, and the general public essential. Knowledge of and experience with psychological assessment instruments required. Must have knowledge of referral sources and indications for appropriate referral.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Licensed Psychologist Preferred. Experience working in a comprehensive counseling center at a college or university is helpful. Exposure to stepped care and short-term models of counseling are helpful. Experience working with traditionally underserved student groups including all students of color on campus and first generation students. Experience in creating liaison relationships with traditionally underserved student groups and developing innovative programming to these student groups preferred. Multicultural knowledge and experience is highly valued. An ability and willingness to work evening hours is desirable. If agreeable, an alternative work schedule could be arranged.

 
COMPENSATION

Provisional psychology license starting at 80kLPs starting at 90k.

APPLICATION MATERIALS

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.