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A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.
Department: Center for Psychological Services
Specific Job Title: Staff Psychologist
Reports to : Tara Rooney, Ph.D.
Campus: Queens
Job Summary:
Primary responsibilities will be assisting the administration in coordinating and overseeing bilingual (Spanish) service provision at the Center for Psychological Services. This position will involve providing and overseeing clinical services provided at the Center, providing backup emergency coverage (as needed/indicated), and supervising a doctoral fellow. This position is a full-time, grant-funded, 12-month position (with the possibility of renewal).
Essential Functions:
Specific duties will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Provide mental health services in Spanish
Supervise graduate students and doctoral fellows providing mental health services to clients in Spanish
Offer back-up consultation on clinical issues if assigned supervisors are unavailable (or if supervisors need to consult with someone)
Present (and attend) Center-related trainings in cultural competency and engagement as needed
Expand the Center’s current outreach program to connect with Queens-based agencies and organizations to increase awareness of the Center’s multilingual mental health services
Assist the Center’s administration to collect and evaluate data to measure the impact of multilingual services at the Center for Psychological Services
Adhere to the ethical and legal standards of the field
Competencies :
Fluency in Spanish and English
Experience in the delivery of evidence-based psychological services
Minimum one year experience in providing supervision of psychological services
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with professional staff, faculty, students, and fellow administrators
HIPAA trained
Work Environment :
This position operates in a professional office environment. This position requires standard office equipment such as computers, printers, etc., and equipment related to the training environment (i.e., a recording system).
Physical Demands :
This position operates in a professional office environment with related physical demands.
Environmental Conditions :
This position operates in a professional office environment with related environmental conditions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work :
This is a full-time position with flexible hours, including evenings/Saturdays.
Travel :
Local travel for outreach efforts may be required.
Required Education and Experience:
Doctorate in Clinical or School Psychology
Licensure as Psychologist in New York State
Minimum one year experience in providing supervision of psychological services
Preferred Education and Experience:
**Other Duties : **
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $95,000. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time.
St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events
Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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