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Auburn University
Psychologist
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A Psychologist studies human behavior to learn about the mental processes that affect people and how they relate to each other. Specializes in research or works directly with patients. May assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, provide counseling, advise students, focus on workplace issues or consult on criminal cases.
$83,982 / year median in Alabama
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Overview Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? Are you interested in mentoring the next generation of mental health professionals? Join our dynamic team as a Psychologist with Student Counseling & Psychological Services ( SCPS ) at Auburn University - and be part of a vibrant university community dedicated to mental health and wellness! In this role, you will facilitate group therapy sessions, provide individual therapy, crisis intervention, psychological assessments, treatment planning, and diagnosis. You will also train and supervise practicum students and doctoral interns. Collaboration is key as you work with campus partners within Student Affairs and across the university, serving on committees to shape policies and initiatives that promote student well-being. You'll also engage in continuous professional development funded by SCPS ! A unique and heartwarming aspect of this role involves handling SCPS Animal Assisted Therapy dogs during outreach events and therapy sessions, leveraging the therapeutic benefits of animal-assisted interventions! Cover letter with resume submission is required. Please combine into one document. Responsibilities Provides psychological services to students that include, but are not limited to, individual therapy, group therapy, emergency/crisis intervention, psychological assessment, treatment planning, diagnosis, and consultation with multiple stakeholders. Documents, reports, and maintains confidential records and information from counseling-related services including individual therapy, group therapy, emergency/crisis intervention, consultations, and psychological assessments. Evaluates and develops comprehensive treatment plans for individuals to include(but not limited to) assessment, diagnosis, coordinating treatment with other professionals, and providing community referrals when indicated. Clinically supervises psychology interns and graduate practicum students. May clinically supervise unlicensed senior staff clinicians. Plans, develops, and presents outreach presentations, workshop programs, and educational seminars related to mental health issues and available services to students, staff, faculty, and other campus stakeholders. Qualifications Psychologist I Ph.D. or Psy.
D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA -accredited academic program and having completed a doctoral internship OR Master's degree (or equivalent) from an APA -accredited academic program with all doctoral degree requirements completed except the dissertation. Completion of the dissertation and graduation from the doctoral program is required within 12 months of hire. Psychologist II Ph.D. or Psy.
D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA -accredited academic program plus 2 years of experience providing psychological services post-licensure. Psychologist III Ph.D. or Psy.
D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA -accredited academic program plus 6 years of experience providing psychological services post-licensure.
D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA -accredited academic program and having completed a doctoral internship OR Master's degree (or equivalent) from an APA -accredited academic program with all doctoral degree requirements completed except the dissertation. Completion of the dissertation and graduation from the doctoral program is required within 12 months of hire. Psychologist II Ph.D. or Psy.
D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA -accredited academic program plus 2 years of experience providing psychological services post-licensure. Psychologist III Ph.D. or Psy.
D. in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA -accredited academic program plus 6 years of experience providing psychological services post-licensure.