What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Psychologist position at University of California at Riverside?
Licensed Psychologist
Priority Application Deadline: 05/28/2026
Overview
Job ID
37437593
Category
Healthcare
Organization
Health Wellbeing and Safety
Department
Counseling & Psychological Svc
Location
Main Campus - UCR
Salary
$102,439 - $149,481
Date Posted
May 13, 2026
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Schedule
8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time
Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision
General Supervision
Personnel Program Code
Professional & Support Staff
Other Information
Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
UC Riverside has enlisted AMN Healthcare to assist us in our search. Questions and inquiries can be directed to Marisa Penn with AMN Healthcare (marisa.penn@amnhealthcare.com) and will be handled in a secure, sensitive and confidential manner.
**Please be advised that applicants must submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume for full consideration. Candidates may also be required to conduct a presentation as part of the interview process.**
The Licensed Psychologist provides direct clinical psychological service to the UCR students and in support of the campus community. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide direct clinical services to include individual, couples, and group therapy to all UCR registered students to include working with students from marginalized communities including first generation college students; Black/African American, Latinx, Undocumented, Indigenous/First Nations, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Multi-racial, and other students of color. This position provides crisis intervention services; consults with students, staff, and faculty; will at times serve as a supervisor for our APA accredited internship program; and serves on University committees, representing the CAPS department. The Licensed Psychologist may also serve as a liaison and provides outreach to various campus communities. A successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion with a deep commitment to supporting under-represented groups in our community from a trauma informed lens.
The full salary range for the Licensed Psychologist is $102,439.14 - $149,480.75 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $140,833.97annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, years of licensure experience, and other business and organizational needs.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
Degree Requirement
Doctorate degree (Ph.D/Psy.D) in Clinical Psychology or related Psychology discipline Required
Conditions
Condition Requirement
Maintain required continuing education for your professional license, including the specialized training needed to supervise interns. Required
Focused study on Diversity and Inclusion and particularly work with underrepresented communities. Preferred
Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement
Minimum 4-7 years of clinical experience Required
Credentialing Requirement: A minimum of one year with current employer Required
7+ years of clinical experience Preferred
Experience working in a university setting Preferred
License Requirements
License Requirement
Current, valid license to practice Psychology in California (or ability to gain licensure in CA prior to beginning work at UCR). Must maintain CA licensure through the Board of Psychology and maintain UCOP credentialing/privileging standards. Required
Special Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Telecommuting/Tele-Health Opportunities after probation is completed and continuing based on clinic need and maintenance of performance standards(currently up to two days working remote). Required
In alignment with exempt work status, there may be occasional work beyond typical scheduled work week in cases of emergent situations, campus outreach, crisis response, and/or continuity of care for clients. Required
Minimum Requirements
Thorough knowledge of working with diverse populations including but not limited to African American, Asian American, Latino/Latina, international, first-generation, veterans, students with disabilities, and LGBTQ. Understanding of intersectionality and how it impacts the daily lives of students.
Thorough skills associated with conducting complex diagnosis, problem-solving and critical-thinking
Demonstrated ability to effectively use interpersonal skills while representing the department on campus and to external units
Ability to conduct complex analysis and develop and present recommendations and course of treatment.
Highly effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with diverse client group, members of the university staff and faculty.
Knowledge of electronic/medical records systems.
Demonstrated ability to perform trauma informed therapeutic services.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with college students
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
Job Description Details
General Information
Job Title
CNSLNG PSYCHOLOGIST 3 HX
Job Code
009558
Grade
Department Head
Elizabeth Mondragon
Supervisor
Eyrn Parks
Department Custom Scope
The Licensed Psychologist provides direct clinical psychological service to the UCR students and in support of the campus community. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide direct clinical services to include individual, couples, and group therapy to all UCR registered students to include working with students from marginalized communities including first generation college students; Black/African American, Latinx, Undocumented, Indigenous/First Nations, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Multi-racial, and other students of color. This position provides crisis intervention services; consults with students, staff, and faculty; will at times serve as a supervisor for our APA accredited internship program; and serves on University committees, representing the CAPS department. The Licensed Psychologist may also serve as a liaison and provides outreach to various campus communities. A successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion with a deep commitment to supporting under-represented groups in our community from a trauma informed lens.
Key Responsibilities
Description Percent Time
DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES: Applies advanced concepts to provide counseling, clinical consultation and/or psychotherapy to clients in a time-limited model. Develops and communicates treatment plans, utilizing acquired knowledge and appropriate therapeutic tools, including conducting psychological assessment as needed, and provides therapeutic crisis intervention/management as needed. Develops treatment plans in collaboration with the client; provides trauma informed, crisis intervention services and supports the management of critical mental health crises on campus as required. Utilizes acquired expertise and knowledge of the impact of intersectionality, multiculturalism, diversity, equity and inclusion on psychological service delivery in a university setting. 55%
OUTREACH AND EDUCATION SUPPORT: Provides outreach/ education, liaison services, committee representation and consultation services to UCR campus and community as a CAPS representative. Actively engages with supervisor and CAPS outreach coordinator in preparation, planning and participation in mental health related outreach programs, education and liaison work as well as in areas of specialty and in response to campus needs/requests. The percentage of time allocated to outreach activities may be adjusted throughout the year based on programmatic needs and outreach demand. In some cases, time allocated for outreach may be absorbed into direct service or other activity hours, depending on organizational priorities and workload distribution. 10%
SUPPORT AND EVALUATION FOR URGENT MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS: Support and evaluation of student mental health. Provides urgent and crisis walk-in/virtual walk-in services supporting students and UC Riverside community in crisis intervention, consultation and triage. Support of campus crises/challenges, including crisis debrief/postvention services and other related crisis support services. Support and evaluation for students requiring mental health hospitalization and follow up. Occasional support for other UC campuses per reciprocity within system. 10%
APA ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAM PARTICIPATION: Actively participates in the UCR CAPS Pre-Doctoral Psychology Internship Program and in continuous professional development and training of interns. May include direct supervision of psychology interns’ clinical work, provision of didactic training, and service on training committee; support of intern psychological assessment activities; and general support of intern clinical needs. Will provide indirect support and supervision and mentorship to all interns. 10%
CLINICAL DOCUMENTAION, CASE MANAGEMENT AND RELATED BUSINESS PROCESSES: Completes accurate and concise clinical documentation for all clinical contacts in compliance with ethical and professional standards, adheres to UCR Quality Assurance policies, and in compliance with UCR CAPS policies and procedures. Manages caseload appropriately and with consultation as needed. 10%
Other duties as assigned by CAPS leadership 5%
Other Requirements
Items Used
Standard Office Equipment
Physical Requirements
Bend: N/A
Sit: Frequently
Squat: N/A
Stand: Occasionally
Crawl: N/A
Walk: Occasionally
Climb: N/A
Mental Requirements
Read/Comprehend: Constantly
Write: Frequently
Perform Calculations: Occasionally
Communicate Orally: Constantly
Reason & Analyze: Constantly
Environmental Requirements
Is exposed to excessive noise: No
Is around moving machinery: No
Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity: No
Drives motorized equipment: No
Works in confined quarters: No
Dust: No
Fumes: No
Critical Position
Yes
Salary : $102,439 - $149,481