Staff Therapist II

University of the Pacific, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago

Location: Stockton, MISSOURI

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	Staff Therapist II
Union Level
Department	Counseling and Psychological Services
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201303583P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule	Work is generally performed during standard business hours. May be required to work non-business hours.
Position End Date
Open Date	03/12/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The Staff Therapist II is responsible for providing mental health services that reduce barriers and create opportunities for greater academic achievement and student success. Embedded in the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and the Conservatory of Music, this position reports to the Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and is a part of the CAPS team. This individual works collaboratively across the university to provide culturally competent services for our diverse college student body with a focus on working with both graduate and undergraduate students within both the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and the Conservatory of Music. Additionally, in the role of Staff Therapist II, this person is responsible for coordinating care between CAPS and the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and the Conservatory of Music. The Staff Therapist II is a full-time position on the Stockton campus. This position needs to be licensed (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or PhD/PsyD) in the State of California or license-eligible within one year of hire.
Essential Functions	Provides group, individual, and couples therapy, and psychoeducational workshops to a culturally diverse college student body in accordance with the university statement on diversity and inclusion. Provides preventative outreach/programming and trainings, and represents CAPS at campus events such as orientation, critical incident debriefing, and workshops, with students from the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and/or the Conservatory of Music, and other situations on an as needed basis. Consults with faculty, staff, students, and staff and faculty within the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and the Conservatory of Music regarding student concerns and needs. Participates in university-wide committees. Participates in staff, multidisciplinary team, and Student Life Divisional meetings. Keeps accurate and timely electronic records on all contacts with clients. Maintains compliance with ethical standards in the execution of services in accordance with the American Psychological Association, university policies, and local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Attends professional development opportunities and maintains licensure status with the appropriate California board. Performs other duties as assigned. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff. This position does NOT serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported to them. This position serves as a Confidential Resource except as prohibited by law.
Minimum Qualifications	This position is open to persons specifically trained to provide therapy at either the Masters or Doctoral Level (e.g., clinical social work, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology) and licensed to provide therapy at the Masters level (LPCC, LCSW, or LMFT). Current valid license to practice psychology as an independent practitioner in the State of California or valid license to practice in a state in the United States and able to practice under Business and Professional Code Section 2946 (maximum of 180 days subject to the specifics of the regulation). Two (2) years of experience working with adolescents or adults.
Preferred Qualifications	Possesses Doctoral Level Degree in clinical or counseling psychology. Experience working with a college student population. Experience with performance-based mental skills training. Commitment to DEI and trauma-informed care and experience in working with diverse clients. Demonstrated skills in culturally competent approaches to multiple modalities of therapy (e.g., group, individual, couples, crisis interventions, consultation, and workshops). Ability to teach in an informal workshop setting. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated through the ability to establish and maintain effective working with other departments within the university. Bilingual/Multilingual. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent sitting and verbal communication with occasional walking and standing. Infrequent bending, stooping, kneeling, or reaching above shoulders. May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs. Use of computers, phones, and other technology. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is primarily performed in clinical or office environment, with some outreach performed outdoors or on other campuses. Work is generally performed during standard business hours. May be required to work non-business hours. Moderate Travel. Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserve the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range	$95,000 - $97,000 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.