Job Posting for Psychologist at University of North Texas
Department
UNT-Counseling & Testing-160730
Job Location
Denton
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.
Salary Information
Commensurate with Experience
Department Summary
Counseling & Testing Services consists of two inter-related parts: The Counseling Center and Testing Services. We exist to serve the students and community of UNT in support of the mission of the University. Through our Counseling Center cervices, we strive to support the academic success and general well-being of UNT students through professional counseling, career counseling, consultation, mental-health screenings, educational programs and self-help resources as well as referral services. We offer to consult with Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff who may be concerned about a UNT student (while still respecting the confidentiality of our clients). With client permission, we often work closely with physicians and psychiatrists, the Career Center, Office of Disability Accommodations, and many other helpful resources in order to provide the best overall care. Our Testing Services provides a wide range of services including traditional admissions testing, computer-based testing, career testing, and many other tests.
Position Overview
Provides individual, group, and crisis counseling as assigned. Clinical supervision as assigned. If licensed for independent practice, then clinical and administrative supervision is received as indicated. Provides supervision as assigned.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
PhD or PsyD in Psychology, Counseling, Clinical or Educational Psychology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of professional mental health practices, policies, and procedures. Strong oral and written communications skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * Short term treatment orientation. * Experience working in a College Counseling Setting. * Experience providing Outreach and/or group therapy programs. * Experience providing short-term individual therapy to individuals with disordered eating and body image, substance use or other specific population.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
8am-5pm, Monday-Friday
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title
Psychologist
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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Intake/ICON as evidenced by 1 audit per semester
a. Conducts a minimum of 1 ICON per week
b. Client’s concerns and goals for seeking services are clearly stated
c. Assessment of Harm to Self or Others Data Form completed if risk present
d. Plan (next appointment date/time) clearly indicated on Initial Data Form
e. Utilizes CCAPS data in decision making
f. ICON data form completed and signed by the end of next business day
g. Success Plan completed
h. Determines appropriate levels of care; makes appropriate referrals as indicated
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Individual Counseling as evidenced by 1 audit per semester
a. Schedules a minimum of 20 per week
b. Clinical interventions documented
c. Documentation of risk assessment, if indicated
d. Success plans updated as clinically indicated
e. CCAPS assessed every session
f. Evidenced based interventions utilized
g. Continues to assess appropriate level of care
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Group Counseling/Workshops
a. Markets group or workshop
b. Conducts groups as assigned
c. Evaluates effectiveness/satisfaction
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Crisis Counseling
a. Available for crisis counseling in office as needed
b. Available for additional crisis times as needed
c. Documentation of crisis data form completed by end of the day
d. Completion of safety plan as needed
e. Utilizes supervision and consultation as appropriate
f. Keeps administrator and front desk informed of hospitalizations
g. Releases signed for external referrals and placed in file
h. Coordinate additional follow up and transport as needed
i. Obtains coverage during planned absences
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Teamwork
a. Available for after hour and weekend special assignments as needed
b. Volunteers for special projects
c. Volunteers to support/cover colleagues (i.e. crisis etc.)
d. Collaborates and fosters positive and external relationships
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Professional Development/ Ethics/ Legal Standards
a. Maintains CEU requirements and department CE file as required by state licensure board
b. Maintains license or working towards completion within 2 years
c. Active in professional organizations (membership, presentations, publications)
d. Aware of and maintains ethical standards of profession
e. Seeks consultation when faced with ethical dilemmas
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Professionalism
a. Promptness at all meetings and scheduled work hours
b. Keeps supervisor informed of absences, lateness or schedule conflicts
c. Maintains Titanium Schedule to reflect work schedule accurately
d. Participates in department committees as assigned
e. Maintains positive work relationships
f. Responds to emails by the end of the next business day
g. Submits time sheets weekly
h. Reliable attendance
i. Maintains professionalism when responding to emails or feedback
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Supervision
a. Provides supervision and training as assigned
b. Available for unofficial training and consultation
c. Participates in training activities as assigned
d. Documents supervision activities
e. Receptive to supervision and participates actively in personal supervision
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Liaison to campus department
a. Establishes regular communication with department, meeting at least twice a semester with liaison contacts to determine needs and support
b. Responds to needed workshops or programming upon request
c. Dedicates one hour each week to the liaison role
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Outreach
a. Outreach as assigned
b. Markets outreach
c. Evaluates outreach programs as indicated
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Case Management
a. Makes appropriate referrals as indicated
b. Aware of off campus and on campus resources
c. Completes case management referral notes as indicated
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