Staff Therapist - Multicultural Specialist

Utah State University Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS; https://www.usu.edu/aggiewellness/mental-health) is seeking a Staff Therapist to serve as the Multicultural Specialist. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a collegial work environment that values collaboration, inclusion, and trust. This is a full-time, benefited, 12-month position on the USU-Logan campus. The preferred start date is August 1, 2024, but it is negotiable.

 

The Multicultural Specialist (Clinician I, II, or Psychologist) will have an emphasis on serving underserved and minoritized students. This position will also work closely with the CAPS Director to assist the center’s ongoing efforts to remove barriers for access, strengthen the center’s ability to serve all students, and create a strong sense of belonging for all center staff and trainees.

 

The Multicultural Specialist is expected to provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, supervision and training, outreach, single-session therapy, and triage consultations. While direct therapeutic services are not offered to staff or faculty, USU CAPS provide consultations to various departments, administrators, faculty, and staff across USU system in order to address and support the mental health of USU students. Providing supervision and training to undergraduate or graduate trainees is a possibility if desired. Various professional development opportunities will be available, and clinical supervision will be provided if needed for licensure.

 

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Clinical services (50-60%) - May be adjusted based on other duties (e.g., training/supervision)

• Provide individual and group therapy, single-session therapy, initial triage consultation, intake, and crisis interventions.
  Outreach services 10-15%
• Provide outreach to minoritized student groups to help improve their access to services.
• Prepare for and provide outreach presentations and workshops.
• Serve on departmental, division, and university committees.
• Provide consultations for USU faculty, staff, and students.

Training services (5%)

• Assist the Director to organize professional development activities for the center staff to improve the centers’ ability to serve all students.

Administrative tasks (20-30%)

• Maintain timely and accurate record.
• Participate in administrative and professional activities (e.g., CAPS staff and division meetings, case conferences, peer consultations, professional development, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited social work, counseling or other mental health related program; or a doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, or combined psychology from an APA-accredited doctoral program.
• Clinical license to practice under supervision in Utah (e.g., CSW, ACMHC, AMFT, Psychology Resident).
• Experience in a university counseling setting and/or experience in areas strongly related to mental health needs of a college population (e.g., eating disorders, anxiety disorder, depressive disorders, personality disorders).
• Generalist base of knowledge and experience in psychotherapy (including teletherapy), (i.e., theories, processes, and elements of therapeutic change) and familiarity with developmental and other non-medical models of treatment and supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in working with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical license to independently practice in Utah (e.g., LCSW, CMHC, MFT, Licensed Psychologist)
• Expertise related to addressing the needs of students of color, students from indigenous communities, LGBTQIA+ students, international students, students from diverse religious affiliations, students with disabilities, undocumented students, and/or first generation college students on a university campus.
• Experience in providing supervision.
• Experience in providing group therapy.
• Experience in providing psychoeducational workshops relevant to the campus community.
• Experience with psychoeducational assessment.
• Fluency in language other than English.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Skills, knowledge, and experience specifically focused on the needs of students of color, students from indigenous communities, LGBTQIA students, international students, students from diverse religious affiliations, students with disabilities, undocumented students, and/or first-generation college students.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and cultural humility
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Word, PowerPoint).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, community, organizational, problem solving, decision-making skills, and a commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth.

Along with the online application, please attach:

 

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

About Counseling and Psychological Services:

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is part of USU's Division of Student Affairs. CAPS has been accredited by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS) since 1996. Our mid-size team is composed of professionals from psychology and social work, and we have robust training programs, including a doctoral internship accredited by the American Psychological Association and practicums in clinical/counseling psychology and social work.

CAPS offers a range of services, including individual and group therapy, assessment, crisis appointments, case management, and outreach presentations.

 

We strive to create an inclusive and equitable environment, and engage in culturally sensitive practice for clients, staff, and trainees. As staff, we value clear, respectful, and compassionate communication. Warm collegial relationships exist on a strong foundation of respect and openness. We appreciate individual differences and opportunities to learn from each other. Life-long learning, self-reflection, and openness to feedback are some of the shared values. Changes are embraced and everyone’s input matters. With an open-door policy, we often consult with each other or just talk for fun between sessions. We work hard; at the same time, work-life balance is very important to all of us.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

 

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

 

*updated 7/2023

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023