UNIVERSITY OVERVIEW: Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares its graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world.
Job Title:
Associate Psychologist
Job Description:
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Provides psychotherapy services to students through individual, group, couples, and family therapy; and conducts initial intake interviews and evaluations.
Provides psychological assessment and diagnostic services to students and community clients; and administers and interprets tests which are used for the purpose of diagnosis of mental disorders and learning disabilities.
Completes clinical and administrative documentation in an accurate, legal, and timely manner.
Supervises Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) trainees, including students from Gallaudet’s graduate programs in psychology, counseling, and social work as well as trainees from off campus graduate programs; and assists in the ongoing development of the CAPS training program.
Engages in crisis intervention and prevention; participates in the CAPS’ emergency on-call system; and provides referrals to psychiatrists, hospitals, and other referral agencies as needed.
Maintains close working relationships with other University departments including academic departments and student service departments; guest lectures in academic classes; and provides consultation to staff and faculty in areas of mental health.
Provides consultation for community agencies, parents, and other individuals on topics of mental health with deaf individuals; and presents at conferences, workshops and training seminars for community groups.
Plans and implements campus-wide programs, workshops and other activities designed to foster mental health; and participates in workshops, screening events, training, paraprofessional programs, and other prevention programs.
Assists in the planning, development, and coordination of local, national, and international mental health workshops, conferences, conventions, and symposia sponsored by CAPS.
Serves as a liaison with campus and external organizations as requested to further the status of the CAPS as a respected mental health program.
Keeps abreast of developments and research in psychological assessment, counseling, mental health issues, educational issues, and other related areas; continues own professional development by participating in continuing education programs; and maintains active memberships in professional organizations.
Establishes and maintains a positive and supportive working relationship with co-workers and supervisors.
Shows a genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace; and participates in activities and workshops to foster continuous learning.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Required Minimum Qualifications (When the candidate’s resume meets these qualifications, it will be screened in.):
A doctoral degree in clinical psychology.
A minimum of one year of professional experience in mental health services.
Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.
Preferred Qualifications (While not required, it is an advantage for what the position needs.):
Experience working in a higher education or K-12 setting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Qualities that will help the incumbent be more successful in the position.):
Strong knowledge of the educational, psychological, social and vocational implications and impact unique to deaf individuals.
Strong knowledge of unique considerations related to the psychological testing of deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
Strong ability to apply and adapt theories, principles, and practices in assessment and counseling to deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
Strong ability to work with the range and types of problems encountered in a mental health setting.
Strong ability to ensure the utmost discretion and confidentiality in all matters.
Demonstrated ability to work with and across University departments, outside constituents and groups.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
FLSA Exempt Status?
Yes
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Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis. This policy is in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, and other applicable laws and applies to all procedures affecting applicants and employees including, but not necessarily limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, reassignment, reappointment, tenure, demotion, selection for training, layoff, furlough, and termination, compensation, and all other conditions or privileges of employment.
