COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGIST WITH LGBTQ+ SPECIALIZATION

The mission of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to assist Student Affairs and the University in helping the student body achieve academically, socially, and personally through culturally responsive mental health services. CAPS is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment to ensure that all students remain psychologically healthy in pursuit of their goals. We value Inclusion, Collaboration, Compassion, and Impact. Our objective is to help in the creation and maintenance of a healthy campus environment. We educate, support, advocate and help foster a culture of acceptance and appreciation of human differences.

Brief Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Executive Director or designee and with an in-depth understanding of the professional field, the Psychologist independently performs diagnosis and psychotherapy on a full range of cases with demonstrated expertise in LGBTQ+ mental health. Provides individual therapy to assess the level of pathology and to determine the appropriateness of a short-term therapeutic modality for students with serious psychological concerns. Assesses for suicidal ideation and provides appropriate crisis intervention services. Conducts culturally appropriate therapeutic interventions. May consult with senior specialist/manager on highly complex issues. Coordinate care with Student Health and provide on and off-campus referrals as needed. Provide consultation to staff, faculty, and students as requested. Develop and deliver psychoeducational programs to address the cultural and mental health needs of underrepresented populations. This position is expected to liaise with LGBTQ+ campus organizations to provide regular outreach to student communities and stay informed about issues impacting students. Be able to approach clinical service provision from a cultural perspective. Provides clinical guidance and oversight to other professional staff related to LGBTQ+ mental health. Train and supervise staff, interns, practicum students, or peers as appropriate. Maintain current license to practice psychology in the state of California, and must
continue to meet state requirements for license renewal. Flexible hours(Hybrid) within a 40-hour work week
will be considered. 

Min Requirements:
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited doctoral program required.
License to practice psychology in the State of CA or eligible within 6 months.
Satisfactory completion of a background check and ability to be credentialed and
privileged are required before the start of employment.