Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202400049S Title Staff Psychologist FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 21. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdfOccupational Category Professional Department Dept of Psychology and Philosophy Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 02/07/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology and license eligible as a Psychologist in Texas are required. Minimum of three years experience in psychotherapy, crisis intervention, psychological services, and/or psychological assessment. Will consider practicum, internship, and postdoctoral internship as eligible experience. Eligible to conduct forensic assessments or willing to complete relevant and sufficient training to acquire eligibility to conduct forensic assessments. Nature & Purpose of Position To provide supervision of doctoral students and psychological services to the community. Primary Responsibilities Typical areas of responsibility include supervision of assessment with both children and adults. Assessments most commonly include personality, psychodiagnostics, intelligence, and achievement, as well as forensic assessment conducted in conjunction with local legal jurisdictions. The individual would supervise psychotherapy with children, adults, couples, and families. Typical duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to: direct supervision, consultation, treatment planning. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Possess strong skills in the areas of psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and supervision. Strong assessment experience preferred. Familiarity with the Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychologists and a commitment to practicing according to those guidelines. Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate effective treatment plans. Have an ability to work with a diverse population. Availability for some evening hours is desirable. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38079 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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