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Posted: 07-Apr-24
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Salary: Open
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Social/Behavioral Sciences
Internal Number: 521182
Department Name: 1B320:Counseling Center
Job Summary:
This staff psychologist position is a generalist position focused on
providing counseling and therapy services to students as well as
providing outreach programming on a variety of topics relevant to
college student adjustment, mental health and well-being. Specific
expertise in a variety of areas related to college students is
encouraged and welcomed. Recently, the University of Kentucky
Counseling Center (UKCC) has had an embedded clinician in the
College of Medicine. There may be other opportunities to do this
type of embedded work with various colleges or specific campus
populations. The UKCC is committed to inclusive excellence,
welcoming a wide range of clients for psychological services and
those seeking consultation. Our staff is diverse in many ways and we
strive to mirror the population we serve in the UK
community. UKCC strives to serve students in ways that support and
affirm all of their identities. We welcome candidates who will
continue to expand our reach to marginalized and under-
represented students, including but not limited to persons of color,
international, first-generation, veterans, those with disabilities, and
LGBTQ*. Our ideal candidate possesses an understanding of
intersectionality and how it impacts the daily lives of students.
This Psychologist Staff II position provides UK students direct
psychological services and programming in the areas of personal
concerns, academic success, and career exploration/decision-
making, as well as providing outreach, crisis intervention, and
consultation services. These functions support the Center and
University mission of retention and the success of our students.
Candidates must have completed ALL requirements for the PhD or
PsyD or EdD in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or other
applied psychology (including all coursework, the dissertation
defense, final dissertation submission, and internship) by the start
date, and be eligible for temporary license as a Psychologist in
Kentucky.
The University of Kentucky Office for Student Success operates from a student-centered foundation. We seek to build a strong community through the care of and concern for every member of Student Success. We cultivate an equity-minded working and learning environment where people are seen and valued. We strive to revolutionize student success practice through a culture of ingenuity, excellence, agency, and accountability. The twenty-five units and five areas that comprise Student Success are committed to one vision: designing and delivering unparalleled student services. To learn more about the Office for Student Success, visit: https://studentsuccess.uky.edu/ .
Please attach the following:
(1) Resume/CV (Resume)
(2) Specific Request 1
Names and contact information for 4 references who can address skills relevant to university counseling center work.
(3) Specific Request 2
A detailed statement describing:
Specific experience in any of the following areas: eating disorders, DBT, ADHD/LD assessments, trauma, substance abuse, or autism spectrum; services for college students who are African-American, first-generation, international or who have disabilities, fluency in languages(s) other than English.
Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:
Our Counseling Center seeks individuals who are collaborative in nature, have strong communication skills, practice good self-care, maintain healthy boundaries, and possess the ability to manage a challenging workload while promoting a positive atmosphere and healthy relationships. No post-doctoral experience is required (though it is preferred).
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
PhD
Required Related Experience:
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification :
Psychologist License
Preferred Education/Experience:
PhD/PsyD/EdD + 2 years of PAID experience
University Community of Inclusion:
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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