Staff Psychologist & Coordinator of Clinical Training

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally responsive clinical services, including triage, crisis intervention, and individual/group psychotherapy.
• Manage a clinical caseload to serve students appropriate for University Health Services Counseling Center services.
• Lead the University Health Services Counseling Center Clinical Practicum and Advanced Clinical Practicum.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Counseling Center and graduate programs for trainees.
• Oversee the practicum application process, orientation, and trainee evaluations.
• Provide consultation to faculty and staff regarding student mental health and available campus resources.
• Conduct outreach efforts to the campus community and develop programming to meet changing student needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and statistical reports in accordance with university policy.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Completion of an APA-accredited internship or doctorate in a similar field.
• Licensed or license-eligible psychologist in the state of Massachusetts.
• 3-5 years of post-degree experience delivering evidence-based and culturally responsive treatment to young adults or adults.
• Demonstrated experience working with underserved populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a college or university counseling center.
• Experience providing services through a continuum of care (inpatient, partial hospital, and outpatient).
• Proficiency in a second language other than English.
• Specialty training relevant to the UMass Boston student population.
• Experience with issues related to commuter students and residential life.
• One to two years of experience in teaching and training clinicians.
• Experience with accreditation processes such as APA, AAAHC, JCAHO, or IACS.

About the Company

UMass Boston is a leading public research university committed to full inclusion and providing a safe, supportive environment for all students, faculty, and staff.