Position Title
Staff or Licensed Psychologist

University
Texas Woman’s University

Department
Counseling Center

Salary Range
competitive

Position Description
The TWU Counseling Center is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic staff or licensed psychologist to join our team. TWU is the largest university primarily for women in the United States and serves a diverse population of motivated, non-traditionally aged students.

The Staff Psychologist or Licensed Psychologist is under the general supervision of the Director of the Counseling Center. This individual would be responsible for the overall coordination of our center’s outreach program for the campus community. Administrative duties will also include but are not limited to the management of outreach referrals and outreach training for staff and trainees. In addition to the duties noted above, this position regularly includes: intakes, individual, couples, group, and crisis intervention counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, and vocational difficulties; clinical supervision of interns and/or practicum students as appropriate and assigned; supervision of psychological assessment; and outreach to the campus community. On a less regular basis, the position also includes consultation with faculty, staff and students.

TWU’s Denton Counseling Center staff is currently composed of a director, an assistant director/director of training, 4 psychologists,1 post doctoral resident, 3 psychology interns (APA-accredited internship program), 4 practicum students, and 2 administrative staff. The TWU Counseling Center provides services which help students to achieve their educational goals, to learn the process of problem solving and decision making, to develop the capacity for satisfying relationships, and to make full use of their potential for continued growth beyond their educational experience. It is the only campus agency designated to provide psychological services solely to students. Our Center is committed to the values of multiculturalism and diversity and strive to incorporate these ideals into all aspects of our operation. We work together as a team and are committed to providing the best possible service to our clients and trainees.

All staff are expected to maintain their professional licenses by engaging in state-required continuing education activities. Involvement in local, state, regional and national professional organizations, including attendance and presentation of programs and workshops, as negotiated with the Director, is also encouraged.

Minimum Qualifications
To qualify for the Staff Psychologist position, candidates must have a doctorate in counseling or clinical psychology and eligibility for licensure as a psychologist in Texas. If the position is accepted, the Staff Psychologist must become licensed as a psychologist in Texas within 18 months. Licensed Psychologist applicants must have a current psychology license and become licensed as a psychologist in Texas within 12 months of obtaining the position (if licensure is held in another state).

Desired Qualifications
Counseling Center experience and an active commitment to college counseling services and a strong commitment to multicultural and women’s issues is preferred. Experience with outreach programming and strong organizational/administrative skills are essential.

University Description
Texas Woman’s University is the largest institution primarily for women in the United States. It has an enrollment of about 14,000 students across its Denton, Dallas, and Houston campuses. TWU is committed to the provision of quality education to a broadly diverse student body and to providing students with appropriate professional role models. TWU offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in many areas, including an APA-accredited Ph.D. program in Counseling Psychology.

Region Description
TWU’s Denton campus, located 35 miles north of the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex, serves as the main campus. The D/FW area provides a wealth of cultural and recreational opportunities within easy reach and access. In addition, our airport provides the opportunity to fly to many places in the United States and abroad non-stop, making travel easier and more accessible.

Required Application Materials
Completed applications include a letter of interest, resume or vita, copy of current license certificate (if applicable), and three letters of recommendation. To apply please send requested information to staffjobs@twu.edu and in the subject line indicate job title and job code 12NV218. Letters of reference should be sent in the same format. For more information visit the Office of Human Resources website: http://www.twu.edu/humanresources/employment/approcess.htm For more information about the position, contact Dr. Denise Lucero-Miller, Director, Counseling Center, 940-898-3801, dluceromiller@twu.edu.

Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin July 2, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.

Starting Date
August 2012

Send Applications To:
See Required Application Materials

Mailing Address

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Phone Number
940-898-3801

Email Address
dluceromiller@twu.edu

Web Address
http://www.twu.edu/counseling

This listing expires on:
9/9/2012