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Job Description
Position Number:
128093Title:
CounselorFunctional Title:
CounselorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
VPSA-UHC-University Health CenterCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Full-time licensed mental health provider to join the Clinical and Sports Psychology staff to provide clinical and sport psychology services to student-athletes in an effort to enhance their personal, academic, and athletic success within the University of Maryland Intercollegiate Athletics Department. This position is a full-time employee of the University Health Center and its Sports Medicine working collaboratively with a team of mental health professionals, psychologists, psychiatrists, athletic trainers, dietitians, and team physicians providing comprehensive psychological services including individual and group psychotherapy, initial assessments, crisis intervention, consultation, outreach and performance enhancement services to student-athletes. In addition, this position will assist the Program Director with managing referrals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care of student-athletes; developing and disseminating educational materials to coaches, student-athletes and teams; and participating in new student orientation and other student-athlete programming. This position will serve as a member of the Clinical and Sports Psychology Staff and the Sports Medicine team.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education (include licenses, certification, etc.):
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in a field of psychology or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.).
- Licensed (or license eligible) clinical professional counselor (LGPC, LCPC).
- Licensed clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Licensed clinical Psychologist or Counseling Psychologist in the State of Maryland.
Experience:
Minimum of two years of experience providing mental health services for a college or athletic setting.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- A Ph.D., or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an academic program accredited by the American Psychological Association or Canadian Psychological Association.
- Specialized training in sport psychology (e.g., training, practicum, etc.) and/or CMPC certification..
- Successful completion of an accredited pre-doctoral internship program.
- Experience working with students with learning disabilities.
- College/university counseling center experience.
- Member of the US Olympic Training Referral Network.
- Strong understanding of Athletic Department culture.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
Job Risks
Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure , Respiratory ProtectionPhysical Demands
The scope of the position frequently requires weekend and evening work with team travel (Nonstandard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, fax machines, etc; constantly moves about the facility; attends practices and events; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information and coordinated care.
Posting Date:
02/06/2023Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
03/06/2023Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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