What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00208PO25
Job Family
Healthcare
Job Function
Psychology
USC Market Title
Psychologist
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133055
Job Level
P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Psychologist
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department
SAAS UHS Counseling
State Pay Band
8
Approved Starting Salary
$79,302
Advertised Salary Range
$79,302 - salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:00am – 5:00pm.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Health and Human Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Psychologist
Do you have experience in providing clinical services to patients?
Do you enjoy helping people?
Do you enjoy working with faculty and staff to provide an exceptional experience for students?
Provides a broad range of counseling and psychological services to students including intake evaluation and assessment, treatment planning and treatment provision within the modalities of individual, couples and group psychotherapy. Provides crisis intervention and management. Provides psychological consultation to families, faculty and staff and other Student Health Services staff. Provides training and clinical supervision to Counseling & Psychiatry department trainees as assigned. Provides community- based services as assigned. Other duties as assigned by the director. Practices in accordance with the ethics promulgated by the American Psychological Association, state law and licensing regulations and departmental guidelines and policies.
Day to Day for this position:
Do you have experience in providing clinical services to patients?
Do you enjoy helping people?
Do you enjoy working with faculty and staff to provide an exceptional experience for students?
Provides a broad range of counseling and psychological services to students including intake evaluation and assessment, treatment planning and treatment provision within the modalities of individual, couples and group psychotherapy. Provides crisis intervention and management. Provides psychological consultation to families, faculty and staff and other Student Health Services staff. Provides training and clinical supervision to Counseling & Psychiatry department trainees as assigned. Provides community- based services as assigned. Other duties as assigned by the director. Practices in accordance with the ethics promulgated by the American Psychological Association, state law and licensing regulations and departmental guidelines and policies.
Day to Day for this position:
- Provide direct clinical services including individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and consultation.
- Provides consultation to faculty, staff, and university departments on student mental health concerns.
- Develops and/or facilitates psychoeducational workshops, presentations, and outreach programs tailored to the needs of the campus community.
Perks
- Competitive salary some of the BEST benefits you can find!
- 15 paid vacation days
- 15 paid sick days
- 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- An engaging and collaborative environment.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Earned doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program, including internship completed at an APA accredited doctoral internship program, all of which are completed by start date. One year experience in a college/university counseling center setting, either as a practicum sequence or on doctoral internship. Able to work effectively within an integrated health & mental health work team environment.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Licensed or license eligible in the state of South Carolina
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Demonstrated ability to engage in critical thinking, maintain confidentiality. Functions as a self-starter, to communicate effectively in written and oral form. Highly organized. Demonstrates strong generalist competencies across a broad range of presenting concerns, including but not limited to: mood disorders, adjustment disorders, eating concerns, substance abuse concerns, trauma, sexual assault, sexual orientation/identity concerns, and various developmental concerns of college students. Demonstrated skills in individual, couples and especially in group psychotherapy. Commitment to the goal of the evidenced based practice of psychology. Skilled in supervising trainees. Works effectively in collaborative partnership as part of an interdependent team of professionals representing a broad range of professional and personal backgrounds within a large university counseling service that is fully integrated within the Student Health Services. Familiarity with Point & Click or similar electronic health record system. Ability to work effectively with a broadly diverse student population and effectively manage a large and clinically diverse caseload within the context of a busy college counseling center.
Job Duties
Job Duty
- Provides broad range of counseling and psychological services to students, including intake evaluation and assessment, treatment planning, and treatment provision within the modalities of individual, couples, and group psychotherapy.
- Provides crisis intervention and management.
- Provides psychological consultation to families, faculty and staff, and other Student Health Service staff.
- Strives continuously for excellence in customer service with patients/clients, and campus and community partners.
- Maintains state license & all SHS credentialing & privileging requirements as defined by SHS by-laws at all times.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
50
Job Duty
- Provides consultation to faculty, staff, and university departments on student mental health concerns.
- Develops and/or facilitates psychoeducational workshops, presentations, and outreach programs tailored to the needs of the campus community.
- Collaborates with campus partners to support student wellness initiatives.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Supervision and training of unlicensed trainees providing services in any of the CAP Training programs.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
- Participates in CAP administrative and clinical team meetings, and in continuing education to maintain license status.
- Participates as assigned in Student Health Service committees & task forces, quality improvement/quality assurance process and activities, and peer review.
- Other duties as assigned by the CAP Director, Associate Director for clinical services, or Director of Training
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
- Strives continuously for excellence in customer service with patients/clients, and campus and community partners.
- Consults with administrative staff as needed to resolve patient/customer/partner complaints to ensure quality care is provided to all students.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
Yes
Hazardous weather category
Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
05/01/2025
Job Open Date
03/14/2025
Job Close Date
05/15/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by May 15, 2025
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/184701
EEO Statement
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Salary : $79,302
