Behavioral Health Psychologist​/Senior Behavioral Health Psychologist, UNLV Student Wellness R0

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Job opening details: posted January 12, 2026; the position will remain open until filled. Posting close date 12/31/2026.

The Behavioral Health Psychologist (BHP) delivers a variety of brief clinical mental health care interventions on site in the UNLV Student Health Center (SHC). The SHC is an AAAHC accredited clinic within the Student Wellness Unit, which includes the Student Counseling and Psychological Services, Care Center, Wellness Promotion, Disability Resource Center, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, and Military and Veterans Services Center.

This Behavioral Health Psychologist/Senior Behavioral Health Psychologist role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, integrated service model dedicated to serving a diverse student population. This is a full-time, 12‑month position.

General responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: receiving warm hand‑offs from medical providers, triaging students presenting with mental health concerns, conducting initial clinical assessments, administering brief evidence‑based interventions, providing acute crisis assessments and interventions when necessary—including voluntary and involuntary hospitalizations—and providing treatment recommendations and referrals when indicated. The BHP also facilitates psycho educational groups and workshops appropriate to the primary care setting to address student behavioral health needs identified within the SHC.

The BHP works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of medical and mental health providers and provides substantive contributions to patient/client care and the medical team.

• This position requires a PhD, PsyD, or related doctoral degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and one year of professional experience at the doctoral level of independent practice. Licensure as a psychologist is required, and Nevada licensure is required prior to the start of employment.
• This position requires the same degree and five years of professional experience at the doctoral level of independent practice. Licensure as a psychologist is required, and Nevada licensure is required prior to the start of employment.

• Experience providing mental health services within a medical setting.

All candidates must pass a background screening.

Employees of the UNLV Student Wellness Center must be in compliance with the Student Wellness Center Employee Exposure to Communicable Disease (Prevention of) Policy.

• Behavioral Health Psychologist salary range is $105,253 to $120,000. Unable to offer more than stated salary range.
• Senior Behavioral Health Psychologist salary range is $120,000 to $133,000. Unable to offer more than stated salary range.

• Competitive total rewards package including:
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses domestic partners, and dependents

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels:
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• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contactvetjobseekers or visit our Veterans Webpage.

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three…