Payroll Title:
BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 3 HX Department:
FACULTY PRACTICE PSYCHIATRY Hiring Pay Scale
$51.01 - $74.32 / Hour Worksite:
La Jolla Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
HX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

#139384 General Psychiatry Therapist
Filing Deadline: Tue 8/18/2026
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DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of the Manager of Outpatient Psychiatry Services La Jolla, the General Psychiatry Therapist provides all aspects of psychosocial mental and behavioral health services including primarily brief short-term individual and group therapy, diagnostic evaluations, assessments, treatment planning, care coordination, and case management. The therapist will work closely with clinical and administrative leadership to improve access to care and foster collaboration across UCSD Health psychiatry settings and programs, including Inpatient Psychiatry. The therapist will also be involved in case management procedures and coordination to best connect patients to psycho-social and community resources. Serve as liaison with other Psychiatry Division providers. Participates in multi-disciplinary treatment team.

UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in related area
• A valid California license as a mental health provider (LMFT, LCSW or LPCC) in good standing.
• A minimum of two (2) years post MSW experience.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bi-lingual in Spanish.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $111,835 - $162,933 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $53.56 - $78.03

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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