Psychologist (Pool)

Ohio University   Athens, OH   Full-time     Mental Health
Posted on April 8, 2024
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Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information

Job Title

Psychologist (Pool)

Applications Accepted From

Public: Open to the public

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application and attach required documents: Required documents include a cover letter, resume/CV, a list of three professional references. For references, please provide names, addresses and current contact information. Interviews are ongoing and positions open until filled.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number

20165751S

Job Description

The Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS), a department within the Division of Student Affairs at Ohio University, is inviting applications for several Psychologist positions to join an exciting team of diverse professionals. CPS is located in Athens, OH, in Southeastern Ohio. CPS is an interdisciplinary and multiculturally proficient center actively engaged and committed in providing compassionate mental health services, outreach, and training. CPS fosters the mental health of students of OU and actively collaborates with staff and faculty as it strives to nurture student success, and contribute to a safe, welcoming, and multiculturally aware campus community. CPS is a dynamic part of the Division of Student Affairs and is highly utilized by students and other campus constituents seeking a variety of mental health services. Staff are cohesive, collegial, engaged, and passionate about working within a campus environment. CPS runs a large training program comprised of psychology, counselor education and social work graduate trainees and a doctoral psychology internship. CPS is an IACS accredited counseling center and has an APA accredited psychology doctoral internship program. CPS is committed to providing high quality and best standards of practice; the clinical service, training, outreach, and professional development are informed by research, local data, and benchmarking with national trends and peer institutions. CPS identifies closely with the OHIO's values and the mission and strategic plan of the Division of Student Affairs.

These positions require a doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology to provide mental health services to Ohio University students at the Counseling and Psychological Services.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include:
1. Provide individual, couple and group counseling, conduct initial intake and triage assessments and psycho-diagnostic assessments, crisis interventions, mental health consultation. Be part of after-hours crisis rotation team. Be inclusive, equity-oriented, and diversity-aware. We seek a professional committed to working with people holding similar and different worldviews while advocating for inclusion of all persons.
2. Provide outreach, training and consultation to staff, faculty and students.
3. Supervise and evaluate clinical work of doctoral and/or masters interns and trainees. Advance cultural competency of trainees and supervisees.
4. Attend weekly clinical and staff meetings and participate in committees within and outside the center. Participate in diversity and social Justice initiatives at the center and the university.
5. Complete clinical documentation and clinical preparation; perform administrative duties as assigned by the director.

Opportunities for leadership roles within the counseling center are high. These are often aligned with candidate's professional interests such as administration of clinical or training programs, outreach services, new and innovative collaborative programs with interdisciplinary teams across campus.

Decisions of the CPS staff are governed by ethics and standards of professional practice; licensing requirements of the State of Ohio; Ohio University policies and procedures; CPS policies and procedures; and HIPAA Standards. A background check is required. Start date is negotiable.

Minimum Qualifications

An APA accredited doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology.

Licensed in the state of Ohio as a psychologist or must obtain license within 18 months of hire.

A minimum of 2 years experience in providing counseling and psychological services.

A strong commitment to diversity and multicultural competency. Ability to work with a full range of mental health challenges. The ability to provide mental health consultation for faculty and staff is essential. Has the knowledge and understanding of the developmental issues of college students.

Preferred Qualifications

Department

Counseling and Psych Services

Pay Rate

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. In addition to a competitive approach to salary, Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and more.
Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits

Job Open Date

10/09/2023

Posting Close Date

06/02/2024

Job Category

Administrative at-will appointment

Months

12 month

Planning Unit

Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

8-5pm, some evening and weekends to attend university events; 3 to 4 weeks a year of afterhours coverage.

Campus

Athens

Expected hours worked per week

40

Expected duration of assignment

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Paul Castelino

Diversity Statement

CPS Diversity Statement:
CPS affirms a commitment to advocating for respect, dignity, and inclusion throughout the OHIO community. We acknowledge the impact discrimination in all forms has on wellbeing and strive to foster a more culturally conscious environment in which we serve students. The staff of CPS values the unique contribution of intersectionality to the identity development of people. We recognize how themes of power and privilege inform policies, practices, and events that impact the lives of our students. We use this appreciation to develop ongoing cultural awareness that enhances the work we do.

DOSA statement of Social Justice:
In the Division of Student Affairs, we demonstrate effort for all to understand their individual and collective role in creating inclusive environments and use a perspective of Social Justice in their work. We define Social Justice as an active process and commitment to promoting equity through the (1) identification and removal of barriers, (2) facilitation of learning, (3) cultivation of community, and (4) empowerment of people. We work to address needs related to student development and well-being in order to increase retention, academic progress and graduation rates. We dedicate ourselves to advancing cultural competency at Ohio University, the surrounding community, and the world.

Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Ohio University is a member of the OH/Western PA/WV Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. www.ohwpawvherc.org

Job Information

Employment Type

full-time regular

Job Family/Subfamily

Health Services-Counseling/Psychology

Career Track & Level

IC 4

Pay Grade

CA&P|19|

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  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
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  3. References
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