Director, Center for Psychological Services (CPS)

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Director, Center for Psychological Services (CPS) Job Category Staff & Executive - Education and Training Department Psychological Services Center Overview

The Center for Psychological Services at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers University is a state-of-the art training Center providing assessment and therapeutic services to both the university and the community at-large. The Center for Psychological Services (CPS) has three divisions: a General Clinic which follows a more traditional community mental health center providing services to those on campus and the surrounding communities and works closely with the academic programs to provide training cases and also administers a centralized intake process for psychotherapy and assessment cases, an Assessment Clinic providing psychological evaluations and assessments for the surrounding communities, general university community and the Rutgers University Office of Disability, and Specialty Clinics led by faculty and staff to provide specialized services and training. These training clinics operate under the umbrella of CPS and are funded generally through clinic revenue, grants and contracts, and include: ADHD Clinic, Anxiety Disorders Clinic, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Group Psychotherapy Services, Children (and Families) Healing After Trauma (CHAT) Clinic, Tourette Syndrome Clinic, the ANSWER CIinic, and the CYSEW Emerging Adult Clinic. Approximately 150 students from three APA accredited doctoral level psychology programs (Clinical and School Psy.D. at GSAPP and clinical Ph.D. in the psychology department) and 50 master's degree students are provided with clinical training at the center that provides services to over 700 clients annually.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director for the Center for Psychological Services (CPS).

Reporting to the Dean at GSAPP, this position oversees the delivery of a broad range of psychological services to the community and facilitates professional level training for students. The successful candidate will work closely with GSAPP's academic programs-the Directors of Clinical Training as well as Core Faculty from both the School and Clinical Psy.D. programs - to implement the training aims and objectives of the doctoral program and the directors of GSAPP's Applied Programs to address training needs of Masters students. The Director is also expected to work closely with other GSAPP Centers that provide psychological services, including the Douglass Developmental Disability Center and the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services. In addition, the position partners with the Dean on strategic initiatives relevant to the training of psychology related professionals and alumni engagement.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Handles the overall administration of CPS services and programs and for the management of day-to-day operations.
• Provides leadership and vision for the CPS that balances students' educational goals, client care and the financial sustainability of the Center.
• Manages a team of 8-10 professional staff including an Assistant Director, Psychologists, an Administrative Coordinator, several doctoral level Clinical Supervisors, and 20 or more part-time graduate and undergraduate student staff.
• Demonstrates a high standard of professional conduct and adherence to ethical and legal standards in the operation of the CPS.
• Establishes and ensures quality standards for training graduate students.
• Determines policies and procedures for operating the Center.
• Plans, reviews ,and monitors the budget.
• Establishes client fee schedules.
• Leads fundraising efforts related to CPS initiatives.
• Recruits and establishes effective relationships with professional psychologists to provide supervision of ongoing delivery of clinical services.
• Forms partnerships with community organizations and working with GSAPP marketing and communications to ensure adequate client flow in CPS for training purposes.
• Oversees staffing decisions including creating, hiring and eliminating positions as necessary.

FLSA Exempt Grade 08 Salary Details Minimum Salary 108670.000 Mid Range Salary 137547.000 Maximum Salary 166424.000 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree in professional psychology, NJ license eligibility.
• At least five (5) years of professional clinical and administrative experience including: assessment, psychotherapy, crisis management and mental health service delivery systems.

Certifications/Licenses

• Applicants must be licensed as a doctoral-level psychologist in New Jersey, with preference given to candidates who have completed an APA-accredited doctoral program in clinical or school psychology and an APA-accredited psychology internship. Previous training and clinic/behavioral health administration experience is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Doctoral degree in professional psychology, NJ license eligibility.
• At least five (5) years of professional clinical and administrative experience including: assessment, psychotherapy, crisis management and mental health service delivery systems.
• Strong supervisory and training experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• On call availability.
• Management skills required in order to supervise, motivate, discipline and resolve conflicts on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal mental health laws and regulations, APA ethical codes and Rutgers' policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with organizational development and outreach.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records.
• Advanced training in evidence-based approaches with both children and adults.

Equipment Utilized

• Electronic Medical Record (Therasoft Online).
• Video Recording System (VALT).
• Cornerstone.
• Rutgers Procurement and Accounting Systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Affiliate Faculty status in GSAPP academic programs may be available for eligible candidates.

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1922 Posting Open Date 10/08/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Doctoral degree in professional psychology, NJ license eligibility?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have at least five (5) years of professional clinical and administrative experience including: assessment, psychotherapy, crisis management and mental health service delivery systems?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a license to practice psychology in NJ?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents