Career Center at Portland State University
Psychology Postdoctoral Resident
Career Center at Portland State University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Psychology Postdoctoral Resident
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Career Center at Portland State University
Position: Psychology Postdoctoral Resident (two positions) – One-year terms, September 2026 through August 2027. Proposed start date: 09/01/2026. End date: 08/31/2027. Full‑time FTE: 1.0. Classification: Psychology Resident, Rank N – No Rank. Working Title: Psychology Postdoctoral Resident. Department: 333501 – CAP Couns & Psych Svc Office. Non‑renewable beyond 12 months.
Position Summary Portland State University, Oregon’s most affordable public research university, invites applicants to join our vibrant campus and support a diverse student community. The Psychology Postdoctoral Resident will provide culturally responsive mental health services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, including brief individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, consultation/triage, and emergency services.
Responsibilities
Deliver brief individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, brief consultation/triage, and emergency mental health services.
Supervise a psychology practicum student, as staffing and trainee positions allow.
Receive training in neurodiversity‑affirming psychological evaluations for LD/ADHD and complete at least one evaluation during the residency.
Participate in a secondary specialization training activity (e.g., LD/ADHD assessment, intercultural communication).
Engage in psychoeducational outreach and consultation with faculty and staff.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team committed to meeting the diverse mental‑health needs of a global student community.
Actively participate in staff and clinical team meetings, professional development, and clinical in‑service activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology (PsyD, PhD, EdD) by start date, including internship and dissertation.
Ability, with supervision, to provide a range of clinical services including initial assessment, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and clinical case management.
Supervision experience or education.
Preferred Qualifications
Skills, knowledge, and experience addressing the needs of students of color, indigenous communities, LGBTQ+ students, international students, veterans, diverse religious affiliations, undocumented students, first‑generation students, or neurodivergent students.
Experience supervising supervision during a doctoral internship year.
Bilingual or multilingual counseling skills.
Experience working in a university or college counseling center.
Knowledge of laws and ethics that apply to psychologists and demonstrated adherence to those standards.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with colleagues and clients.
Effective time‑management skills, especially for timely and efficient record‑keeping.
Ability to work on an interdisciplinary health and mental‑health team.
Key Cultural Competencies
Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
Communicate effectively and respectfully within contexts of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Pursue opportunities to gain experience in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings, and remain willing to change for continual improvement.
Adhere to PSU policies, including Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship Contribute to a culture of environmental stewardship by practicing resource conservation and actively working toward long‑term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, between 8 am and 6 pm. Some remote work may be available subject to operational needs and university guidelines.
Total Compensation and Benefits Starting annual salary: $54,072–$58,044. Benefits include 95 % premium‑paid healthcare, a generous retirement package, paid vacation, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse, or dependent at any Oregon University System school.
https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions Submit the following required documents:
Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications.
Curriculum vitae (include types of psychological assessments you have administered).
Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of reference not accepted). Two of the three references must be clinical supervisors. Please note your relationship to each reference in your CV.
Sample de‑identified assessment report (or de‑identified clinical intake) in the “work sample” folder.
Optional Documents: None specified.
Contact: Marcy Hunt, PhD –
mhun2@pdx.edu
or 503‑725‑2800 for questions.
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Career Center at Portland State University
Position: Psychology Postdoctoral Resident (two positions) – One-year terms, September 2026 through August 2027. Proposed start date: 09/01/2026. End date: 08/31/2027. Full‑time FTE: 1.0. Classification: Psychology Resident, Rank N – No Rank. Working Title: Psychology Postdoctoral Resident. Department: 333501 – CAP Couns & Psych Svc Office. Non‑renewable beyond 12 months.
Position Summary Portland State University, Oregon’s most affordable public research university, invites applicants to join our vibrant campus and support a diverse student community. The Psychology Postdoctoral Resident will provide culturally responsive mental health services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, including brief individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, consultation/triage, and emergency services.
Responsibilities
Deliver brief individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, brief consultation/triage, and emergency mental health services.
Supervise a psychology practicum student, as staffing and trainee positions allow.
Receive training in neurodiversity‑affirming psychological evaluations for LD/ADHD and complete at least one evaluation during the residency.
Participate in a secondary specialization training activity (e.g., LD/ADHD assessment, intercultural communication).
Engage in psychoeducational outreach and consultation with faculty and staff.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team committed to meeting the diverse mental‑health needs of a global student community.
Actively participate in staff and clinical team meetings, professional development, and clinical in‑service activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology (PsyD, PhD, EdD) by start date, including internship and dissertation.
Ability, with supervision, to provide a range of clinical services including initial assessment, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and clinical case management.
Supervision experience or education.
Preferred Qualifications
Skills, knowledge, and experience addressing the needs of students of color, indigenous communities, LGBTQ+ students, international students, veterans, diverse religious affiliations, undocumented students, first‑generation students, or neurodivergent students.
Experience supervising supervision during a doctoral internship year.
Bilingual or multilingual counseling skills.
Experience working in a university or college counseling center.
Knowledge of laws and ethics that apply to psychologists and demonstrated adherence to those standards.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with colleagues and clients.
Effective time‑management skills, especially for timely and efficient record‑keeping.
Ability to work on an interdisciplinary health and mental‑health team.
Key Cultural Competencies
Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
Communicate effectively and respectfully within contexts of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Pursue opportunities to gain experience in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings, and remain willing to change for continual improvement.
Adhere to PSU policies, including Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship Contribute to a culture of environmental stewardship by practicing resource conservation and actively working toward long‑term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, between 8 am and 6 pm. Some remote work may be available subject to operational needs and university guidelines.
Total Compensation and Benefits Starting annual salary: $54,072–$58,044. Benefits include 95 % premium‑paid healthcare, a generous retirement package, paid vacation, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse, or dependent at any Oregon University System school.
https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions Submit the following required documents:
Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications.
Curriculum vitae (include types of psychological assessments you have administered).
Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of reference not accepted). Two of the three references must be clinical supervisors. Please note your relationship to each reference in your CV.
Sample de‑identified assessment report (or de‑identified clinical intake) in the “work sample” folder.
Optional Documents: None specified.
Contact: Marcy Hunt, PhD –
mhun2@pdx.edu
or 503‑725‑2800 for questions.
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