Mental Health Professional - Psychologist 2

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Job Description

This is an .85 FTE position

This position will provide professional psychological services to students at St. Cloud State University and be part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary healthcare team. Services include but are not limited to individual and group therapy, case consultation, crisis/triage support, supervision as appropriate, assessments and assistance for other direct care staff. This position will develop and implement outreach programs and collaborate with other campus departments on new and ongoing initiatives that impact student well-being. This position will participate in university events and serve on committees. This position will be actively engaged in professional development and meet all standards of licensure. After-hours responsibilities may be required on a limited basis, as needed. 

1. To provide therapy/counseling services to meet specific client needs. 

• Provide individual and couples therapy using a brief therapy model and an occasional longer term therapy model. 

• Provide group therapy. 

• Provide crisis/triage services. 

• Provide services via in-person and/or telehealth formats. 

• Perform as part of a multi-disciplinary integrated healthcare team. 

• Timely document all services according to professional standards and within an electronic health record system. 

• Continually assess case information and develop alternative treatments as needed. 

• Guide less experienced professionals in the application of psychological and behavioral principles to enhance overall programming efforts and/or lead and oversee trainees as needed. 

2. To provide outreach initiatives to the university community. 

• Design and provide outreach programming on mental health topics. 

• Conduct informal education/group discussions. 

• Provide consultation. 

• Engage in outreach programming and training sessions. 

3. To provide psychological evaluation of students' mental, emotional and behavioral status.  

• Administer, score, and interpret appropriate tests/screenings. 

• Document results of assessment according to professional standards. 

• Make appropriate recommendations for the client, clinical staff and other treatment providers. 

• Initiate assessment procedures in a timely manner and utilize in a way that informs the treatment plan. 

• Engage in assessment in a manner that ensures confidentiality of a client. 

• Connect high risk students to internal and external resources as needed. 

4. Participate in department and university related meetings and functions as determined by your supervisor. Be actively engaged in professional development activities. 

• Participate in staff, consultation, and other meetings within the department. 

• Participate in projects and meetings both in and outside of the department. 

• Serve on university committees, taskforces, and workgroups. 

• Participate in university events. 

• Participate in professional development activities: conferences, workshops, seminars. 

• Use professional standards with conducting day-to-day duties. 

• Document attendance at conferences, seminars, workshops and membership in professional association(s). 

• Be sensitive to the rights, responsibilities, and duties of others.  

• Be respectful of the human rights of all including protected classes including race, sex, disability, marital status, status regarding public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, and familial status. 

5. Perform and participate in other duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure high quality of care for students, assist with the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), a Licensed Psychologist (L.P.), a Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker (LICSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). 
• Qualified pre-licensed doctoral level and master’s level candidates may be considered and must be able to be licensed within the probationary period which is 6 months. 
• Must be able to be credentialed by health insurance carriers in the state of Minnesota to bill for services. 
• One year of experience providing psychotherapy services. 
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, writing skills, organizational and administrative skills. 
• Be able to handle sensitive information in a confidential, respectful and professional manner. 
• Required to pass a background check.
  

Preferred Qualification 

• Experience with crisis intervention with clients. 

• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team. 

• Experience providing direct care to students in a higher education type environment. 

• Experience providing services to under-represented groups and diverse cultures/populations. 
  

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Fall and Spring Semesters 
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday 

Winter and Spring Break 
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 

Summer 
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 

About

St. Cloud State University serves close to 10,000 students and is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education that prepares graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success. Located along the Mississippi River in St. Cloud, Minnesota, SCSU combines personalized support, applied learning, research, and community engagement to create opportunities for students, employees, and the region. With more than 133,000 alumni worldwide, SCSU continues to make a lasting impact through education, innovation, and service.

St. Cloud State University is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment that values the unique contributions of all students, faculty, staff, and community members. We recognize that welcoming a variety of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthens our teaching, learning, research, and service mission. We encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to student success, belonging, and excellence.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for MAPE which can be found at: https://mape.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Andrea Rooney. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

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