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Last Posted:
Fri, Mar 27th, '26
Deadline:
Priority review date is May 1, 2026 - position may close anytime after this date
Start Date:
Negotiable, prefer no later than August 1, 2026
Last Updated:
Fri, Mar 27th, '26
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The University Counseling Center (UCC) at the University of Utah enthusiastically welcomes applications for a full-time staff psychologist to become an integral member of our large dynamic multidisciplinary team. This is a fully benefited, full-time 12-month position. Responsibilities include providing individual, group, relationship counseling, conducting initial consultations, clinical supervision, and crisis intervention services. Possession of strong clinical skills, the ability to manage a full client caseload, demonstrated competence in working effectively with a wide range of clientele and presenting concerns, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team is desired. The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of and experience with college student mental health needs.
This position may also serve as liaison to Housing and Residential Education providing additional support and services to students residing on campus.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide initial consultations and crisis intervention services.
- Conduct individual, couple/relationship, and group psychotherapy.
- Provide outreach presentations to the campus community.
- Provide clinical supervision and actively participate in other training-related activities.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
- This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Located in Salt Lake City, UT and founded in 1850, the University of Utah is the state's public flagship institution and top-tier research university. The U is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 137 research universities with the 'highest research activity" in the nation and is a member of the Association of American Universities. The U also operates the Utah Asia Campus located in Incheon, South Korea.
Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.
An excellent benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):
- 14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions
- Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
- 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
- Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
- Tuition reduction for employees and family members
- Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available
- Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D or Psy.D. degree from an APA accredited graduate program in counseling or clinical psychology. Current licensure as a Psychologist or Certified Psychology Resident in the State of Utah**. One year experience in psychotherapy, group or family therapy within a clinical setting. Experience with individual, family, and group psychotherapy; and a variety of assessment experiences including intellectual, neuropsychological, and affective/behavioral assessment. Licensed for two years or more, and experience, training, or interest in providing clinical supervision to interns and residents.
Completion of an APA-approved doctoral internship.
**Applicants that are currently in an APA Accredited Internship program and expect to complete their internship by August 1st are eligible to apply as well.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed for two years or more, and experience, training, or interest in providing clinical supervision to interns and residents.
COMPENSATION
$80,000 - $87,000, depending on licensure and experience
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Resume and cover letter.
