PS Psychologist

University of Utah   Salt Lake City, UT   Full-time     Mental Health
Posted on April 15, 2024
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Announcement

Details

Open Date

03/14/2024

Requisition Number

PRN37975B

Job Title

PS Psychologist

Working Title

Psychologist

Job Grade

UGR

FLSA Code

Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00163 - Educational Psychology

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$105,000

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Summary

This position provides psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services of a clinical nature through direct patient care and consultation to hospital and Neuropsychiatric Institute patients.

Responsibilities

The licensed psychologist will support supervision and training of grant-supported School Psychology and Social Work student. As part of supervision, the licensed psychologist will support trainees within partner public schools, working with trainees and school staff to provide direct intervention to students, teacher consultations, and systems-level supports-particularly for Spanish-speaking/Latinx/Hispanic students. Additionally, the licensed psychologist will support trainee acquisition of Spanish language competency and understanding of Latinx/Hispanic cultural considerations through regularly held training seminars. Finally, the licensed psychologist will support project personnel on other elements of project data management and implementation. As part of this position, the licensed psychologist will have the opportunity to present and publish research and working within a cohesive and supportive interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications

Required
  • Ph.D or Psy.D. degree from an APA accredited graduate program in counseling, school or clinical psychology or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
  • Current license as a Psychologist in the State of Utah.
  • One year experience in psychotherapy, group or family therapy within a clinical setting.
Preferred
  • Experience with hospital- based psychological practices (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and / or outpatient).
  • Experience with individual, family, and group psychotherapy; and a variety of assessment experiences including intellectual, neuropsychological, and affective/behavioral assessment.
  • Licensed for two years or more, and experience, training, or interest in providing clinical supervision to interns and residents.
  • Completion of an APA-approved doctoral internship.
  • 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.

Preferences
  • Preference will be given to candidates who are fluent in Spanish, proficient in Spanish Language writing, and has experience working with Latinx/Hispanic communities in the mental and behavioral health services area.
  • Communication and Interpersonal skills for working with school personnel and a collaborative research team will be highly valued.
  • Eligible for BCBA certification; substantial experience in working within educational settings.
Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you hold a current licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Utah?
    • Yes- Utah Licensure
    • No- Out of State and wiling to re-license in Utah if hired
    • No
  2. * Do you have one year experience in psychotherapy, group or family therapy within a clinical setting?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from an accredited program?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have a Psy.D. degree from an APA accredited graduate program in counseling, school or clinical psychology?
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
  2. Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

University of Utah

Salt Lake City , UT