Psychology Interns

Staff Psychologist, Counseling and Psychological Services Department
The purpose of this position is to provide the MSMU community with responsive, ethical and professional clinical services as well as outreach and consultation activities that are conducive to enhancing student development and supporting the educational mission of the University.This is a full-time, 10-month per year position (August 15 - June 15).

Work Location: Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles) and Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles). Hybrid work schedule available.

Start Date: January 2027

Annual Salary Rate Range: $72,384.00- $86,994.00

Monthly Salary Rate Range: $6,032.00 - $7,249.50

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide crisis intervention, psychotherapy and referrals for students on both campuses.

Provide supervision to trainees. Keep updated on supervision training per Board of Psychology requirements, and abreast of legal/ethical issues.

Act as a consultant to faculty, staff, and students on mental health concerns and possible intervention strategies.

As requested by director, provide psycho-educational outreach programming and training for the university community. These programs can include presentations, workshops, training for student leaders, special projects, collaborative efforts with other departments, etc.

As a participating member of the CPS team, be an active participant in strategic planning, evaluation and program development, and initiatives.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform other job-related duties, such as projects, as assigned.

Attend specified staff meetings, orientation sessions, and campus committees

Provide on-call services for emergencies as designated.

Coordinate with departmental personnel to develop outreach opportunities

Assume clinical services, outreach and on-call duties during summer.

Requirements:
Knowledge:

Working knowledge of psychological clinical assessment and intervention techniques, crisis interventions strategies, supervision practices, current research, effective treatment strategies, telehealth, and legal and ethical guidelines.

Maintain and manage confidential information.

Knowledge of identity development and the factors that influence student development for college populations.

Understand the needs and issues of university students from inclusive perspectives and the specific needs of MSMU students.

Working knowledge of computers, including ability to access internet resources and operate an electronic health records system.

Abilities and Skills:

Effectively organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks to meet established deadlines.

Exercise sound judgment and decision-making and handle confidential and sensitive information effectively.

Ability to be analytical, empathetic, resourceful and quickly learn new things.

Accurately assess core issues/problems and generate possible, plausible solutions. Identify and implement appropriate psychological interventions.

Work well independently.

Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of students, faculty and staff in a university environment.

Ability to deliver workshops that foster inclusive excellence, enhance emotional growth, and support the academic success of students.

Build rapport, communicate and work effectively with students and trainees.

Excellent listening, interpersonal, oral/written communication and presentation skills.

Ability to keep efficient and accurate records.

Education:

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an accredited institution.

Experience:

Minimum of one year of experience in a college counseling center which can include a training year.

Skills in short-term therapy, crisis intervention and psycho-educational programming; ability to work with all college students.

Experience working with young adults using inclusive treatment practices is required.

Preferred: one year of experience in the supervision of psychology trainees

Other Requirements:

Background check required by policy.

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.
A background check will be required.

Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.

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