Senior Staff Therapist/Psychologist: Latinx Student Specialist

Department: University Health Services
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $83,000 - $87,000 (12-month salary equivalent); Psychologist: $86,000 - $91,000 (12-month salary equivalent)
Compensation Band: OS-OA08-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

August 11, 2025; Position open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

We are excited to have an opening for a behavioral health consultant in the medical clinics in University of Oregon’s University Health Services.

To ensure consideration, please upload the following with your online application:

Cover letter which expresses your interest in the position and fully articulates how you meet the minimum qualifications, professional competencies, and any preferred qualifications you may have
Current resume/CV which includes dates of employment
Applicants will also be asked to submit the name and contact information for three professional references; a current or most recent supervisor (if not currently employed) is preferred. The candidate will be notified prior to references being contacted

Department Summary

The Division of Student Life supports the university’s academic mission and strategic plan through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four major departments, the Office of the Dean of Students, Erb Memorial Union, Physical Education & Recreation, and University Health Services. Student Life also runs a number of key programs, including Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Counseling, Health Promotion, Multicultural and Identity Based Support Services, Student Government Engagement & Success, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.

University Health Services (UHS) is a unit within the Division of Student Life and is a nationally accredited (AAAHC) outpatient clinic providing primary care to students at the University of Oregon. All staff are required to uphold the values of the UHS.

This position works in support of the University Health Services mission and vision and is consistent with UO policy. Some aspects of this position may be completed in collaboration with other University departments.

Position Summary

Counseling Services (CS) is a department integrated with University Health Services in the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management. Consistent with its collaborative care model, CS provides single-session intervention; short term, focused individual therapy; group therapy; consultation; education and prevention outreach; and referral services to university students. Most psychological services are covered by the mandatory health fee. Counseling Services also provides consultation to and educational programs for faculty and staff.

The Senior Staff Therapist/Psychologist: Latinx Student Specialist provides psychological intervention, prevention, and postvention programs and services to the university community, primarily to University of Oregon students. This position provides programs and services that address serious mental health issues, as well as those that are developmental and preventative in nature. Experience with developmental and serious mental health issues relevant to university students is required. This position provides clinical services such as drop-in and single-session intervention, initial clinical assessment, short-term individual therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and case disposition; serves as supervisor and trainer for graduate trainees and employees; completes clinical and other administrative tasks; develops, implements, and evaluates educational and prevention outreach programs; provides consultation to faculty, staff, students, parents and families, and other mental health/health care providers; and participates in department and university meetings and committees. This position will also provide clinical, educational, outreach, and consultation services specifically relevant to the needs of Latinx students. This position will also provide services to undocumented students of various nationalities, students from mixed status families, and to students in the DACA program.

The Senior Staff Therapist/Psychologist: Latinx Student Specialist adheres to university and department policies, State of Oregon statutes pertaining to the practice of counseling/psychology and relevant ethical codes. This position may supervise doctoral interns, pra