Staff Psychologist Position Available In Hampshire, Massachusetts

Staff Psychologist at University of Massachusetts Amherst
Staff Psychologist at University of Massachusetts Amherst in Amherst, Massachusetts
Posted in Other 13 days ago.
$0.00 – $100.00 per hour

Job Description:

Job no: 526901
Work type: Staff Full Time

Location:

UMass Amherst

Department:

Ctr Counseling & Psych Health

Union:

PSU

Categories:

Student Affairs & Services, Counseling/Health/Wellness
About UMass AmherstThe flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for themon good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusivemunity where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our universitymunity can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world.
Job SummaryThe incumbent provides evaluation and treatment to a wide range of students presenting to the clinic. Participates in preventative mental health programs as a consultant and leader of workshops. Provides specialized services in at least one major program and crisis/liaison services, including regular intervention with emergency and highly acute situations.
E
ssential Functions
Clinical responsibilities:
Provides culturally responsive and identity-informed evaluations, crisis interventions and brief psychotherapies with individuals, couples, families, and groups that affirm theplex ways in which culture and identity affect therapeutic service delivery.
Participates in regular on-call rotation and responds to a variety of urgent and emergent situations in 24-72-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Independently assesses and facilitates Section 12s for individuals at imminent risk to self or others.
Performs specialized tasks and other duties as defined by the Leadership Team
Supervises psychology trainees, teaches within the training program, and is actively involved in the selection of psychology trainees.
Providesmunity consultations, groups, workshops, and outreach.
Prepares timely documentation of above activities.
Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals.
Promotes and supports flourishing across the life span through a developmental lens.
Other Functions
Understands responsibilities with respect to Title IX, Clery, and otherpliance requirements.
Recognizes the impact that racism, oppression, and other systemic inequities have on student access to care.
Collaborates with students to increase their capacity and skill in accessing resources that promote wellbeing and academic success.
Actively participates in the dismantling of systemic oppression as it shapes workplace policies and practices.
Works collaboratively with other campus stakeholders to fulfill the mission of Student Affairs and Campus Life
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Ph.D., Psy. D., or Ed.

D. in clinical or counseling psychology or equivalent.
Licensure in Massachusetts for practice of psychology. (If licensed in another state or not yet licensed, mustplete MA license within 1 year of hire.)
Three years of relevant professional experience
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Bilingual and/or bicultural (particularly in Mandarin)
Experience providing services to BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Demonstrated skill in addressing acts of discrimination against marginalized groups.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Typical mental health center environment
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
On-call rotation requires after hours’ time
Required to work some nights and weekends.
Salary InformationLevel 30
PSU Hiring Ranges
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease upload your resume along with yourpleted application. Our team will check references at the final stage of the interview process. Please be prepared to provide contact information for at least three (3) professional references. This position will remain open until filled, or the advertised closing date, whichever occurs first. Early submissions are rmended.
UMass Amherst ismitted to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is furthermitted to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst toply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Advertised:

Apr 8 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 13 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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