Staff Psychologist

George Washington University, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Washington, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW


Job Description Summary:
The George Washington University (GWU) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Staff Psychologist to join our Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) team. As Staff Psychologist and under the direction of CAPS leadership, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to our student community, including individual and group counseling; crisis intervention; outreach; and consultation. With a commitment to evidence-based, culturally responsive interventions, you will develop and implement treatment plans that align with our Stepped Care model of service delivery and short-term counseling model, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, individualized care.
In addition to your clinical responsibilities, as a Staff Psychologist, you will (1) provide clinical supervision to trainees/unlicensed staff as needed (2) lead a crisis/triage team, and (3) actively collaborate with campus colleagues and student organizations; fostering relationships and programming that enhance the overall well-being of our students.
GWU values an inclusive environment, and we encourage applications from candidates who share our commitment to amplifying student voices, pursuing equity, engaging in transformational collaboration, and supporting learning, innovation, integrity, and respect. This position requires exceptional clinical judgment, familiarity with ethical and legal procedures, and the ability to navigate highly sensitive situations with compassion and professionalism.
Major Responsibilities
Clinical Services
  • Build and maintain an active clinical caseload, delivering individual and group counseling to a diverse population of students. Create, implement, monitor, and adjust treatment plans that align with evidence-based interventions within a short-term counseling model.
  • Assess, evaluate, and diagnose a wide range of psychological disorders, personal challenges, educational concerns, and career development issues in undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Provide culturally-responsive psychotherapy and demonstrate multicultural competence and interest in working with underrepresented and underserved populations.
  • Work evening and Saturday afternoon hours on the Foggy Bottom Campus and/or Sunday afternoons for triage consultations on the Mount Vernon Campus to accommodate the needs of the student community. Comp/Flex time provided.
  • Provide approachable and accessible resources for faculty, staff, students, families, and community partners regarding effective health promotion and education.
  • Maintain accurate and ethically sound documentation and electronic medical records in compliance with legal and professional standards.
  • Attend training and professional development opportunities to maintain D.C. licensure, be in good standing, and acquire continuing education credits (CEU) as required.
  • Provide supervision and training to trainees at varying levels.
  • Provide on-call crisis support and lead triage on a rotating basis, serving as the designated authority for handling mental health crises within the university community.
  • Participate in and provide educational outreach to students, faculty, or staff as needed, including facilitating workshops and outreach presentations.


The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Doctorate degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of relevant experience. Licensed in Washington, D.C. or eligibility for Washington D.C. clinical licensure within six months of hire.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Must obtain Psychology Associate status within a month of hire and license-eligible in DC within one year; CAPS will provide clinical supervision as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Supervised internship or equivalent experience, to include clinical assessment, counseling and crisis intervention, with a diverse college-age population.
  • Experience providing clinical supervision, and interest in the training of student para-professionals and graduate students in the mental health disciplines.
  • Well-developed public speaking skills; interest and comfort in providing outreach and consultation to groups.
  • Knowledge and experience with multicultural theory and research, and the application of such research to college counseling center work.
Typical Hiring Range $72,235.20 - $99,250.68 How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

II. JOB DETAILS


Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Division of Student Affairs
Family Health Services
Sub-Family Professional Psychology
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 4
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S012927
Job Open Date: 03/25/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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