Psychological Assistant​/Staff Psychologist​/Senior Staff Psychologist, Student Wellness [R0151698

Student Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) – Position Overview

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a Psychological Assistant/Staff Psychologist/Senior Staff Psychologist in the Student Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) unit. CAPS is an IACS‑Accredited center that serves a diverse student population. This is a full‑time, 12‑month position.

• Provide time‑effective individual, couples, and group therapy
• Conduct crisis assessment and intervention
• Offer consultation and outreach programming to the university community
• Supervise doctoral interns and graduate trainees
• Participate on divisional and university committees
• Occasional evening and weekend activities are required
• All candidates must pass a background screening

Psychological Assistant:

• Doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution
• One year of related professional experience
• Provisional license as a Nevada Psychological Assistant by start date

Staff Psychologist:

• Doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology with at least one year of professional experience
• Independent practice license as a psychologist in Nevada prior to employment

Senior Staff Psychologist:

• Doctoral degree with at least one year of professional experience
• Independent practice license as a psychologist in Nevada prior to employment
• Five years of licensed clinical work experience as a psychologist

Success requires strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills, experience in supervision and training, proficiency in brief therapy and group counseling, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preference for experience in a university counseling center and APA‑accredited programs.

• Competitive salary ranges (Assistant $81,000‑$90,000; Staff $105,253‑$120,000; Senior Staff $120,000‑$133,000)
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts for UNLV and spouse/dependents
• Employee recognition programs, athletics ticket discounts, Statewide employee purchase program, Rebel Card discounts, wellness programming, career advancement opportunities, onboarding and veteran support resources

The University of Nevada – Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, pregnancy, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.