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Posting Summary

Job Title

Staff Psychologist - Generalist

Division

Student Affairs Office

Department

University Counseling Center

Work Status

Full Time

Position Category

Staff

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Range

Salary Range

$87,000 - $97,000 / year

Fund Source

State Support

Job Summary

The Staff Psychologist- Generalist will provide counseling services for MSU students; provide a clinical assessment of MSU students receiving counseling services; provides crisis response services for MSU students that need an immediate assessment; offers group counseling sessions to students; create, update and maintain the Counseling Center’s presence on the University Webpage and Social Media accounts.

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provides counseling services and clinical assessment for services received by MSU students.
Provides crisis response for MSU students needing immediate assessment.
Provide group, individual, and couples counseling to students. Also, provides consultations to faculty and staff.
Conducts outreach presentations and psycho-educational programming on mental health topics for a diverse population.
Rotates on call services with the Counseling Center staff.
Conducts in-person and tele-therapy services to clients
Must be able to perform all duties as assigned

Requested Minimum Qualifications

Education:

The successful Candidate must have a Doctoral Degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology from an accredited College or University.

Experience:

A minimum of one year of experience working in a university or college counseling services department is required. Experience working with an ethnically and culturally diverse client population is also required.
The position requires previous supervisory experience.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge and Skills

Proficiency with timely completion of clinical documentation and administrative tasks
Knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic; of UMS policies and procedures, and the institution’s purpose, goals, and procedures
General knowledge of and skill in the use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software programs
Knowledge of ethical standards, relevant state and HIPAA laws regulating the privacy and confidentiality of health information, and mandated reporting statutes
Ability to project a professional and positive image; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to make effective oral presentations; to interact with students, public officials, and staff at all levels in a courteous and efficient manner
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute complicated and continuing assignments without instruction; to manage office operations and staff
Outstanding communication and customer service skills
Excellent multitasking and organizational skills
Ability to strategically plan, support, and implement goals for the organization
Must be proactive, ambitious, and forward-thinking to anticipate the current and future needs of the department

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ST01440

Number of Vacancies

Job Open Date

05/09/2025

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

06/09/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

This Staff Psychologist – Generalist position will require supervising other staff members.

Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application.