This position provides comprehensive psychological services to a culturally diverse student population. Duties regularly include the following: triage intake assessments; individual, couples, and group therapy; crisis intervention; clinical supervision of trainees as assigned; and outreach to the campus community. This position is also responsible for coordination and management of the CAPS practicum program. On a less regular basis, the position includes consultation with faculty, staff and students. CAPS staff also routinely serve on campus wide committees as approved by the Director. The position is committed to multiculturalism and diversity values and strives to incorporate these ideals into all aspects of the operation. Works together as a collaborative team member and promotes open and direct internal communication as well as a commitment to life-long personal and professional growth. Places the highest value on ethical practice and is committed to providing the best possible service to clients. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Director, Counseling and Psychological Services

Supervises: Trainees as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Provides direct psychological service including individual, couples and group therapy as well as formulating diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Performs intake assessments.
• Responsible for crisis intervention.
• Performs preventative mental health outreach programming.
• Responsible for coordinating the CAPS practicum program including, but not limited to, overseeing administrative tasks, leading weekly group supervision, and serving as consultant to other staff on trainee related issues.
• Performs consultation with faculty, staff and students regarding mental health related issues.
• Maintains up-to-date recordkeeping on clients using Titanium, CCAPS-62, and other web-based technologies.
• Follows policies and procedures to collect data and ensures data integrity to maintain accurate statistics on CAPS service utilization.
• Provides clinical supervision to psychology trainees as assigned.
• Participates in weekly meetings related to psychology trainees as well as other staff meetings.
• Continues to maintain professional competencies through participation in professional organizations and through attendance at relevant conferences and workshops.
• Maintains licensure or works towards licensure in a timely manner.
• Adheres to workplace safety policies and procedures.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Serves on campus wide activities as approved by the Director.
• Participates in Student Life Division activities.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology. Pre-doctoral internship at an APA-accredited university counseling center site is preferred.

At least one year of post-doctoral experience in a university counseling center, clinical experience with women's issues, and commitment to working with diverse clients including individuals from ethnically/racially diverse backgrounds and individuals representing various sexual orientations and gender identities is essential. Additionally, experience conducting group therapy and providing clinical supervision is required. Proven ability to coordinate a clinical service program is also desired.

Licensure as a Psychologist is preferred although unlicensed individuals will be considered. If licensed in a state other than Texas, the individual will be required to obtain licensure in Texas within 12 months of employment. If unlicensed, the individual will be required to obtain licensure in Texas within 18 months of employment.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Knowledge of general counseling center policies and procedures including all relevant state and federal laws and professional ethics.
• Knowledge of best practices related to psychotherapy (individuals, couples, and group; crisis intervention; clinical supervision; and teletherapy).
• Knowledge of women's and multicultural issues as they relate to the field of psychology.
• Ability to form and maintain effective counseling relationships with clients, monitor client therapy process, and terminate the therapy relationship in appropriate ways.
• Ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and report activities.
• Ability to develop, organize, facilitate, and evaluate programs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong consumer satisfaction mentality.
• Ability to effectively monitor and manage time to accomplish job tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and the public.
• Able to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Ability to handle recurring peaks (generally October-November and April-March) in clinical service utilization. These peak times include increased clinical caseload, crisis intervention, and training/supervision responsibilities which require increased stamina.
• Ability to maintain a consistent and dependable work schedule adhering to state requirements for employee work hours.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel. The employee may be required to work evenings.