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University of Washington
Assessment Coordinator & Psychologist
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What they do
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.
$91,311 / year median in Washington
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description The UW Counseling Center has an outstanding opportunity for a n Assessment Coordinator and Psychologist to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Assessment Coordinator & Psychologist is responsible for providing short-term mental health counseling services and psychological assessment to enrolled UW students. This includes coordination of the ADHD tes ting program . This role also provides professional consultation to UW faculty, staff, and students regarding student behavior, mental health, and academic challenges to enhance the campus climate for student success. This position involves daily intense contact with UW students in psychological or academic distress . Consultation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and appropriate referrals - on and off campus - will be required . This position requires the ability to work in a cross-cultural environment . Understanding the role of trauma (historical, community, family, and personal) in wellness and recovery is key . Cultural proficiency and expertise working with BIPOC students is required . This position requires excellent crisis intervention skills. This role serves on the UW Seattle campus, and is scheduled to work M-F, with occasional evening hours. Telework is currently available 2x/week. Key Responsibilities Psychotherapy and Consultation with campus partners (40%) Provide clinical counseling for individual, group, and on/off campus referrals to currently-enrolled UW students, including initial intake assessments and referral . Provide crisis assessment and intervention when students present in distress. Provide professional consultation to UW faculty, staff, and students regarding student behavior, mental health, and academic challenges to enhance an inclusive campus climate for student success. Assessment Coordination (25%) Coordinate the psychological testing program at the Counseling Center, which includes testing for ADHD . Provide ADHD assessments throughout the academic year (on average about 10 per quarter) . Documentation (20%) Ensuring accurate and timely documentation of assessment, treatment and services provided. Other Responsibilities (1 5 %) Provide individual clinical supervision of doctoral psychology interns and teach training seminars on topics of expertise and interest. Be part of an interdisciplinary team designed to enhance the mental health of UW students, create a healthier and more inclusive campus climate, and to respond to mental health crises . This includes participating in staff meetings, committees or other center projects. Engage in professional development to keep current in the field, including maintaining clinical license to practice in Washington . Required Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Minimum Qualifications Applicants who do not meet these qualifications