Job Summary
The University Counseling Center (UCC) at the University of Utah
enthusiastically welcomes applications for a full-time staff
psychologist to become an integral member of our large dynamic
multidisciplinary team. This is a fully benefited, full-time
12-month position. Responsibilities include providing individual,
group, relationship counseling, conducting initial consultations,
clinical supervision, and crisis intervention services. Possession
of strong clinical skills, the ability to manage a full client
caseload, demonstrated competence in working effectively with a
wide range of clientele and presenting concerns, and the ability to
work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team is desired. The
successful candidate will have a solid understanding of and
experience with college student mental health needs and will have
Psychologist licensure to practice independently and provide
clinical supervision under Utah law.
Advanced clinical skills in high demand clinical areas (such as
mood disorders, OCD, complex trauma, suicidality) preferred.
About Student Affairs
Student
Affairs is comprised of more than 20 departments,
Student Affairs encourages U students to participate in the
creation of their own campus culture, collaboratively working
alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic
partners to ensure all members of our community not only feel
welcomed but are fully incorporated into university life.
A generous benefits package is included (see
here for a
full description of the benefits package):14.2% employer retirement
contribution in addition to employee contributions.11 paid holidays
per year plus
vacation accruals each month Excellent health
insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care
through the University of Utah health system. Tuition reduction for
employees and family members. Options for short-term and long-term
disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are
available. Free public transportation pass (see
here for more information).
Responsibilities
- Provide initial consultations and crisis intervention
services.
- Conduct individual, couple/relationship, and group
psychotherapy.
- Provide outreach presentations to the campus community.
- Provide clinical supervision and actively participate in other
training-related activities.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
This job description is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned
to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Ph.D or Psy.D. degree from an APA accredited graduate program
in counseling, school or clinical psychology or equivalency (one
year of education can be substituted for two years of related work
experience).
- Current licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Utah.
- One year experience in psychotherapy, group or family therapy
within a clinical setting.
Note
Applicants who hold an active license in another state and are
eligible, or may become eligible, for licensure in Utah can
apply.
Preferred
- Experience with hospital- based psychological practices
(inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and / or
outpatient).
- Experience with individual, family, and group psychotherapy;
and a variety of assessment experiences including intellectual,
neuropsychological, and affective/behavioral assessment.
- Licensed for two years or more, and experience, training, or
interest in providing clinical supervision to interns and
residents.
- Completion of an APA-approved doctoral internship.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated
requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by
requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according
to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be
made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs
that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the
essential functions of the job as outlined in the position
description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general
nature and level of work performed by employees within this
classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as
a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and
qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Preferences
Special Instructions
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, with a priority
review date of
10/1/2026. Position may close anytime after that date.
Requisition Number: PRN46260B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Opportunity to telecommute 1 day per
week may be possible.
Department: 00316 - University Counseling Center
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $83,000 - $95,000 depending on licensure and
experience
Close Date: 12/18/2026
Open Until Filled:
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