Staff Psychotherapist

The University of Virginia's Department of Student Health, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is seeking to hire a part-time mental health professional for the position of Staff Psychotherapist. This position will provide triage assessment, diagnostic and developmental evaluations, brief treatment (individual, couple or group therapy), referral assistance, and crisis intervention. The position may also provide supervision and some outreach programming.

Minimum Qualifications:
Masters or Doctorate in psychology, social work, counseling or related field A minimum of 3 years of experience providing individual psychotherapy to adolescents or adults A minimum of 1 year of experience with risk assessment and crisis intervention Experience coordinating care with psychiatrists and/or other medical professionals Current licensure in a mental health discipline (Psychologist, LPC, LCSW) in the State of Virginia

Position Compensation Range: $40.00 - $45.50 hourly (commensurate with experience)

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link:

To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at and attach a current CV/resume and cover letter. Search on requisition number: R0050551

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Jen Krahn, Sr. HR Specialist, at

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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