Position Information

Position/Rank Child Psychologist Specializing in Behavioral Health Integration in a High School-Based Health Clinic / Rank Dependent on Qualifications

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin 2025

Details

The Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a child psychologist to be part of a school-based health clinic at West High School in Salt Lake City, Utah. Ideally, this doctoral level individual brings expertise and interest in treating adolescents with behavioral health concerns in integrated settings. Previous experience in educational system is preferred but not necessary. Our school-based health center focuses on increasing access to mental health services through an integrated interdisciplinary approach.

We are seeking a licensed psychologist to work closely with multidisciplinary team members at the West High School Clinic, including pediatricians, adolescent psychiatrists, social workers, care coordinators, nurse practitioners, graduate students and medical trainees within these disciplines. The child psychologist will see patients ages 12-18 with a full range of mental health needs, providing individual and group therapy and at times performing psychological assessments. The psychologist will be a faculty member part of the Division of Behavioral Health in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah with additional expectations for teaching and scholarly projects.

Qualified candidates will have obtained a PhD or PsyD (clinical, counseling, school, or combined program) in an APA accredited psychology training program and completed an APA -accredited internship. The ideal candidate will have additional experience with adolescent mental health and school-based mental health. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits program including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and educator excellence.

Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West, with a nationally recognized broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.

Interested individuals can apply for the position athttps://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/173384. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Lisa Giles, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, atlisa.giles@hsc.utah.edu.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date 10/31/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN03708F

Type Faculty