University of Denver

About the University of Denver

Located where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, the University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that defines our region and our history. DU is a private institution built on exploration through research and collaboration among educators, students, and local and global communities. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students to make a difference around the world. Through learning, scholarship and practice, students gain the experience, knowledge and courage they need to tackle big challenges in the real world and guide diverse communities and organizations. The University of Denver is situated in the Denver metro area, a vibrant urban center in the Rocky Mountain region that is home to more than 3 million people. Our metropolitan location along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains supports faculty collaboration across a number of local universities. The University is comprised of approximately 5800 undergraduates (including 700 psychology majors), 5500 graduate students, and over 700 full-time faculty. The University recently received recognition as an R1 (Doctoral University: Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. 

About the Graduate School of Professional Psychology 

At the Graduate School of Professional Psychology (GSPP), our goal is to transform the way we think about and approach mental health and wellness. We do so through groundbreaking academic programs and experiential training that meets the needs of the communities we serve. We are dedicated to developing exceptional practitioners and scholars by offering a well-rounded approach to education. All our programs blend valuable academic offerings, intensive field-based training, cutting-edge applied research, and constructive community engagement. Our academic programs are rooted in our history of service and have developed over time to meet the growing needs of society. For more information, please visit http://psychology.du.edu. 

About the MAIDP Program

The International Disaster Psychology (IDP) Program: Trauma and Global Mental Health (IDP) is a 2 -year master's Program within GSPP developed in 2005. In addition to providing master’s level training in general clinical psychology, the program meets a clear need for specialized knowledge and experience to work in the trauma, disaster and global mental health fields. 

In our training program, students receive intensive academic coursework and supervised training in providing mental health services within the Trauma and Disaster Recovery Clinic (TDRC) Cs well as in domestic and international field-placements. Supervised experiences also include training and consulting with agencies, developing emergency preparedness and response plans, and monitoring and evaluating psychosocial interventions domestically and abroad. Our 2-year curriculum and practicum experiences help students develop a background in global mental health, a field focusing on methods for increasing mental health workforces in low-resource communities, addressing stigma regarding mental illness and mental health care, and expanding beyond Western treatment models. 

As part of our training model, MAIDP offers a broad range of confidential and evidence-based mental health care to the Denver community through the TDRC. The TDRC was established in 2015 and houses a specialized project that serves Survivors of Torture (SoT) connected to a grant funded initiative in partnership with the International Rescue Committee. The TDRC provides psychological support to individuals and communities who have experienced stress, adversity, and/or trauma. We use an integrative, need and strengths-based approach that is culturally informed. Faculty members within the IDP Program supervise students in the TDRC. For more information on the TDRC, see our website: https://psychology.du.edu/clinics/trauma-disaster-recovery-clinic 

Position Summary 

We seek a faculty member for a part-time, 10-month, benefited, visiting clinical faculty position for the MAIDP program. This faculty member will have duties in teaching, including advising and clinical supervision, applied research and scholarly productivity, and service. There may be opportunities to add administrative appointments to the job description, which would come with a renegotiation of the job duties and workload. 

Part-time visiting faculty are typically expected to teach 4-5 courses (13.5 credit hours) across fall, winter, and spring quarters, with releases possible for administrative or grant-related duties. We anticipate this faculty teaching 2-3 traditional academic or content courses and providing year-round supervision that would count for 3 courses. The individual in this position will be a valued member of our collaborative clinical supervision group and may provide both individual and group supervision in intervention and assessment. Supervision experience and strong familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic approaches is essential. Clinical supervisors are expected to meet weekly with trainees for didactics and case-specific supervision (individual and/or group supervision), watch videos of client sessions, oversee clinical administrative tasks, and ensure compliance with ethical and legal statutes.

Scholarly duties may include conducting applied sponsored projects, mentoring/supervising student participation on projects, and producing scholarly outputs. All externally funded projects/research will be factored into workload and pay through course buyouts and/or non-teaching overloads (i.e., summer compensation).

Applicants with a proven track record of professional clinical practice, supervision, and instruction will be given priority. Service expectations include participating as a core faculty member in the department and across the University and in the field (e.g., participating in student competency exams, faculty meetings, the admissions process, and/or on university and national committees). In addition, GSPP requires all faculty and staff to exhibit excellent citizenship and pursue professional development to foster a model workplace. 

All licensed clinical psychologists with expertise in psychotherapy, trauma interventions, and assessment are encouraged to apply. Psychologists who have experience working with transnational clients, interpreters, and clients who hold historically marginalized identities are preferred. Applicants who contribute to the university’s mission to serve the public good and those who have experience working with traditionally underserved populations are also especially encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions 

Teaching and Advising 

• Teach practice-informed courses to fulfill needs of the MAIDP program, with the teaching load and specific courses to be determined in discussions with the MAIDP Co-Directors and Associate Dean. 
• Provide high-quality advising for students in accordance with GSPP, higher education accreditation standards, and DU protocols. 
• Maintain high teaching standards informed by best practices in pedagogy and leveraging available technologies to improve the student experience. 
• Provide clinical supervision and participation in competency exams. 
• Review evaluations by students in order to address concerns. 
• Work closely with program directors, faculty advisors, clinic assistants, and staff to ensure developmental goals are being met for student advisees. 
• Create effective quality assurance processes to ensure required student paperwork is correctly completed. 

Scholarship (Optional and dependent on availability of funding)

• Support the development and implementation of externally funded projects related to Global Mental health and Trauma.
• Supervise and mentor student participation on sponsored projects. 
• Produce scholarly work through peer reviewed publications and professional presentations, etc. 

Service 

• Exhibit good citizenship through collaboration and service on committees to support GSPP, the University, community, and national and global efforts to improve the practice of psychology. 
• Participate in the MAIDP admissions process. 
• Uphold GSPP’s commitment to inclusive excellence and to be a model workplace through all professional activities. 
• Receive and provide mentorship and constructive feedback. 

Administration 

• There are currently three administrative appointments in the department that are reimbursed by course reassigned time (i.e., Director of Program, Director of Practicum Placements, & Director of the Trauma Disaster Recovery Clinic). If an administrative appointment becomes available, the selected candidate will be eligible to apply. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities: 

• Extensive knowledge in the field of global mental health and/or disaster mental health, intervention, applied research and/or program evaluation. 
• Knowledge of the intersection of global public health, global mental health delivery and/or disaster mental health. 
• Knowledge and skills to effectively engage with diverse individuals and communities.
• Strong teaching and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications: 

• A doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology or a closely related field.
• Pre-licensed psychologists welcome to apply. Licensed or licensed-eligible as of Jan 1, 2024, in the state of Colorado.
• At least two years of training, supervision and teaching experience at the graduate level.
• Experience in global mental health and/or disaster mental health. 
• Experience teaching at the graduate level. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual Spanish fluent professionals encouraged to apply for Spanish language service provision and supervision opportunities.
• Candidates with multicultural backgrounds and/or lived experiences working globally.
• Experience securing and managing external funding. 
• Knowledge and skills in Psychological Testing and Immigration and Evaluations.

Working Environment

1. Standard office environment.
2. Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.
3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

1. Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
2. Ability to sit or stand in front of a classroom for an extended period of time.
3. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule

While the University's administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website 

The position start date is approximately September 1, 2024, and end date is June 30, 2025, and is being posted as a 1-year term, although there may subsequently be the potential to extend the position. All questions can be directed to Program Co-Directors, Gwen Mitchell PsyD Gwen.Mitchell@du.edu and Maria Vukovich, PhD Maria.Vukovich@du.edu 

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) Febuary 29, 2024.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number

The salary grade for the position is UC.

Salary Range 

The salary range for this position is $39,000-$47,500.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. Letter of Interest

3. Statement of teaching and clinical approaches 

• This statement should describe the candidate’s experience providing clinical supervision, using specific evidence-based and culturally responsive interventions and/or assessments, and teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. It should also describe the candidate’s general approach to providing clinical supervision and teaching.

4. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) statement

• The separate DEI statement should be a succinct description of how the candidate’s clinical work, research, teaching, and/or service contribute to diversity, equity and inclusion. 

(https://www.du.edu/ahss/psychology/inclusiveexcellence).

5. Names and contact information of three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

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