Staff Psychologist at The University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia

Job Description:

CAPS is pleased to offer three full-time positions for Psychologist. CAPS Psychologists are integral members of the CAPS Professional Staff. Clinicians will provide primary, secondary, and tertiary services to eligible members of the UGA community, within CAPS scope of service. These services include group, individual, crisis interventions, outreach, training, and consultation. Clinicians can also provide internal/external referrals as needed for best care. Services are delivered in accordance with UHC/CAPS policies and procedures. Clinicians follow professional and organizational standards for care and documentation. All are valued team members who participate in performance improvement initiatives and are actively involved in team activities, i.e. required meetings, committees, as a thriving and growing training site, all CAPS staff contribute to the growth and development of CAPS trainees.

Minimum requirements include doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) psychology program and an APA approved (or equivalent) internship. Must initiate the licensure process before the date of hire. Must successfully complete the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) within six (6) months of hire. Must complete all licensure requirements within twelve (12) months of hire. Two (2) or more years in the evaluation and treatment of individuals whose age and psychological development is similar to traditional and non-traditional college students. Skill and/or interest in preventative psychological education and outreach programs. AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required. Can obtain after start date.

Preferences will be given to those with full independent licensure within the State of Georgia by the date of first employment, one (1) year or more working in a college counseling center, two (2) or more years working in a multidisciplinary setting, training and two (2) years or more experience working with individuals from traditionally underserved populations - first generation, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Latinx, rural, veterans, training and two (2) years or more of experience working in a setting involved in the training and supervision of counseling and psychotherapy to students in training or post-graduate professionals.