Staff Psychologist

Staff Psychologist/Therapist PositionThe Penn State Psychological Clinic is seeking a full-time Staff Psychologist/Therapist to provide a variety of adult clinical services in a dynamic training and community mental health environment, as part of Penn State's top-rated clinical psychology doctoral training program. Penn State benefits are included.The clinic is among the largest associated with a doctoral training program in the United States and serves a dual purpose as the training and research site for the Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology, and a large community mental health center.The Psychological Clinic, located on Penn State's University Park campus, provides psychological and psychiatric outpatient treatment and psychological and neuropsychological assessment for adults, families, adolescents, and children, as well as school- and community-based intervention programs.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provide individual and group psychotherapy to various clinical populations, including adult clients who meet the state's definition of having a serious and persistent mental illness, in both short- and long-term treatment formatsProvide initial consultation and comprehensive diagnostic, psychological, and/or neuropsychological assessment for adult clients with a wide range of mental health, behavioral, emotional, and developmental concernsAs necessary, collaborate with psychiatric and health care providers and provide consultation regarding complex crises and mental health concerns to various key stakeholdersComplete all required documentation in a timely and compliant mannerMay become involved in teaching, research, scholarly publications and presentations, and training activitiesAll services of this position will be expected to be performed according to relevant ethical and professional standards of care, using evidence-based treatment approaches.Important Note: This position will be filled as a Mental Health Counselor – Senior Professional or Psychologist – Advanced Professional, depending on the final applicant's experience and education.If filled at the Psychologist - Advanced Professional level, the Staff Psychologist may also provide supervision and training for the Psychology Training Program and Psychological Clinic. This may involve the following key responsibilities:Clinical supervision, including of graduate students and practicum instructionAdministering, scoring, and interpreting psychological and neuropsychological assessment instrumentsMinimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications:If filled as a Psychologist – Advanced Professional:Education: Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) or Doctor of Psychology (PSYD)Experience: 3+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications: Licensed Psychologist - Pennsylvania State Board of PsychologyIf filled as a Mental Health Counselor – Senior Professional:Education: Master's degreeExperience: 6+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications: Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional CounselorsAdditional Qualifications for Both Levels:Experience with conducting diagnostic psychological assessments and providing evidence-based treatment for a broad range of clinical disorders is required.Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic Therapy/iesDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Why Join Us?Work in a full-service mental health clinic that is housed within an academic environmentOngoing, cutting-edge clinical research ensures optimal training and the use of state-of-the-art treatmentsNo after-hours on-call expectationsSupportive leadership committed to autonomy in clinical focus, professional development, work schedule, and reasonable patient case loadsOngoing consultation with multidisciplinary teamRequired professional insurances are providedLearn More About the Penn State Psychological Clinic:Services Provided to the CommunityPrimary Missions of the ClinicResearch in the ClinicMeet Our TeamPenn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.Salary & BenefitsThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $65,508.00 - $108,444.00.Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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