"Staff Psychologist"

Position Summary

CAPS Psychologists are essential members of the CAPS Professional Staff, providing primary, secondary, and tertiary services to eligible members of the UGA community within CAPS’ scope of service. These services include group therapy, individual therapy, crisis interventions, outreach, training, and consultation. Clinicians can also provide internal or external referrals as needed for optimal care. Services are delivered in accordance with UHC and CAPS policies and procedures. Clinicians follow professional and organizational standards for care and documentation. All are valued team members who participate in performance improvement initiatives and engage in team activities, such as required meetings and committees. As a thriving and growing training site, CAPS relies on all staff to contribute to the growth and development of trainees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2533P
Working Title: Staff Psychologist
Department: UHC-Counseling & Psych Srvcs
About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary: $72,000
Anticipated Start Date: 01/01/2026
Job Posting Date: 10/27/2025
Job Closing Date:
Open until filled: Yes
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Details

Position Information
Classification Title: Counseling Professional AD
FLSA: Exempt
Faculty Rank: Administrative Faculty
Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) Psychology program.

Additional Requirements
UHC Minimum:

• Doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) Psychology program and an APA approved (or equivalent) internship.
• Must initiate the licensure process before the date of hire.
• Must successfully complete the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) within six months of hire.
• Must complete all licensure requirements within 12 months of hire.
• 2 or more years experience in the evaluation and treatment of individuals whose age and psychological development is similar to traditional and non-traditional college students.
• Skill and/or interest in preventative psychological education and outreach programs.
• AHA Heartsaver CPR / AED certification required. Can obtain after start date.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
UHC Preferred:

• Full independent licensure within the State of Georgia by the date of first employment.
• 1 year or more of experience working in a college counseling center.
• 2 or more years working in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Training and 2 years or more of experience working with individuals from traditionally underserved populations – first generation, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Latinx, rural, veterans
• Training and 2 years or more of experience working in a setting involved in the training and supervision of counseling and psychotherapy to students in training or post-graduate professionals.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Advanced skill with presenting concerns typically seen at a university counseling service.
• Training and skills in providing telehealth services.
• Demonstrated familiarity with accreditation (JC, APA, IACS) requirements and standards.
• Excellent knowledge of and competence working with Point and Click Solutions OpenSuite or another electronic health record.
• Ability to multi-task and work on other duties as assigned.
• Skill and/or interest in preventive psychological education and outreach programs.
• Ability to communicate and provide services in more than one language.

Physical Demands
Sitting for extended periods, talking, hearing corrected to normal, corrected visual acuity adequate to utilize the electronic health record.

Duties/Responsibilities
Client/Patient Direct and Support Services:

• Clinical evaluation and counseling/psychotherapy to groups, couples, and individuals, provide crisis counseling, consultation and limited student outreach.
• Provide clinical supervision of new staff, as well as treatment planning, coordinating, referral, and documentation.

Percentage Of Time: 65

Duties/Responsibilities
Training:

• Active involvement in all training programs including supervision of trainees, and educational activities

Percentage Of Time: 15

Duties/Responsibilities
Outreach and Community Engagement:

• Provide clinical workshops and liaison services to students, students groups, and member of the UGA community.

Percentage Of Time: 10

Duties/Responsibilities
Administrative Tasks and Meetings:

• Be an active, respectful, and engaged member of CAPS & UHC teams and work groups.
• Actively seek to improve services to eligible members of the UGA community.
• Participate in PI projects.
• Attend staff and other assigned meetings/committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time: 10

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information