Staff Psychologist – 526298 Position Available In Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Staff Psychologist position in Tuscaloosa, Alabama offers a salary range from $74,200 to $100,200, with benefits included. The role involves providing counseling services to University students, outreach to the community, and training for mental health professions. Requirements include a Doctorate in Psychology, three years of experience, and a valid Alabama Psychologist License. Preferred qualifications include experience in a counseling center. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
Staff Psychologist•526298 Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States Counseling Center Health Care / Social Services Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible) Closing at: May 30 2025•22:55
CDT Pay Grade/Pay Range:
Minimum:
$74,200•
Midpoint:
$100,200 (Salaried E12)
Department/Organization:
840101•
Counseling Center Normal Work Schedule:
Monday•Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some on-call hours.
Job Summary:
The Staff Psychologist provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students, outreach and consultation services to members of the University community, and training to students in the mental health professions as needed.
Additional Department Summary:
Works with people in distress and encounters life-threatening emergencies. Adheres to all policies and procedures as contained in the Counseling Center Policy and Procedure Manual. Follows Quality Improvement standards. Assists all constituencies within the scope of the Counseling Center mission. Completes required training that is related to laws and regulations, that creates a more hospitable and respectful workplace, and safer work environment. Holds staff accountable for completion of required training. Has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology degree and three (3) years mental health experience. Psychologist License in the State of Alabama in good standing or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent human relations, advocacy, and mental health intervention skills. Excellent time and task management skills, including the use or departmental resources to stay up to date on customer needs. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent judgment, problem solving, and a thorough knowledge of the myriad factors behind the resolution of psychological problems. Ability to work with various groups of people. Demonstrated use of sound judgment and competence in managing critical incidents and communications with others. Basic computer skills such as word processing and email. Ability to effectively interact with University community members for the purpose of program development. Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students. Demonstrated exemplary attitude and performance in the areas of teamwork.
Preferred Qualifications:
College or University counseling center experience.
Background Investigation Statement:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation
DOES NOT
automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more.
