Nine-Month or Twelve-Month Psychologist

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Job Posting Title:

Nine-Month or Twelve-Month Psychologist

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM AA - SA - H&WB - SHC - MHS - Psychology (Kayla LeBeau (00069015) (Inherited))

   

Work Location:

LSU - Baton Rouge

   

Pay Grade:

   

Job Description:

The Psychologist offers mental health treatment and services tailored to the unique needs of university students in the campus community. The Psychologist functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in Mental Health Service, consisting of psychologists, clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and a psychiatrist. The Psychologist should have a deep appreciation for the integrated care model, collaborating with the Medical Clinic, Wellness and Health Promotion and Lighthouse Program teams. In addition, the counselor should be committed to advancing the divisional priorities of quality, access and inclusion, and mattering and belonging. 

Job Responsibilities

Direct Student Service - 65%

Provides individual, couple, and group psychotherapy, using best practices appropriate for a university setting, both in-person and through telehealth with an emphasis on a brief model of psychotherapy. Conducts initial assessment services including walk-in, crisis intervention, intake for treatment, and referral of students to community and campus resources. Provides mental health consultation to faculty, staff and parents to help them address the needs of their students in distress. 

Collaborative Care & Intern Supervision - 15%

Manages caseload, consulting with fellow providers in Student Health Center as needed for peer review and collaborative care practices. Attends all team, unit and departmental staff meetings, and other meetings as requested. Provide expertise in the development and structure of psychologist internship program that is currently on hiatus. Provides training to mental health interns through didactic seminars, consultation, and direct supervision as needed. Provides outreach and presentations to the campus as needed. 

Documentation & Quality Control - 15%

Carries out administrative responsibilities including documentation, appointment scheduling, community referral follow-up in keeping with departmental policies and professional standards. Participates in annual quality improvement studies, chart reviews, and required annual training for the center. 

Other Duties - 5%

Performs other duties as assigned by the Director, Mental Health Service. Support broad divisional/institutional efforts including at least 40 hours per year helping with initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, and other special projects. 

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD in Psychology
• Three years in the practice of Psychology in a clinical setting.
• Must possess license to practice psychology in Louisiana, eligible to transfer license from another state, or be eligible to work towards Louisiana licensure if not yet acquired.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD with expertise in young adult development and clinical experience working with this population.
• Experience in working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary health/mental health center.

Other Requirements/Expectations

Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.

This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

May be required to work occasional nights and weekends.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter; resume or curriculum vitae; the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references; official transcripts; and copy of license to practice or copy of provisionary license. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Kayla LeBeau at 225-578-8774 or Mitzi Trentacoste at 225-578-5384.

   

Posting Date:

October 9, 2023

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

   

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