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Director - UCCS Aging Center - 38212 University Staff

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Director of the UCCS Aging Center/Health Care Director

Psychology, College of Letters, Arts & Sciences

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6719612&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs) (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement. We are actively seeking a **Director of the UCCS Aging Center** to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

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**Salary/Pay Range** : $80,033 to $110,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

**Work Location** : On-Site

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At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

+ Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.

+ Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.

+ Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.

+ Further Your Education: Avail twelve waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.

+ Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.

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Summary

In affiliation with the UCCS Psychology Department, the UCCS Aging Center (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6719612&targetURL=https://agingcenter.uccs.edu/) is seeking a full-time **Director** who will oversee all activities within the clinic and directly provide clinical services, training, and supervision. The Aging Center is a community-based mental health clinic for older adults and their families and a university psychology training clinic. The Aging Center provides more than 3,000 hours of service annually to older adults and caregivers through four core service centers: Cognitive Assessments (including Memory Clinic screening and full neuropsychological evaluations), the Aging Families and Caregiver Program, Psychotherapy, and Skills Groups. The **Director** will lead the Aging Center staff and trainees. Principal responsibilities include oversight of clinical instruction, management of clinical and fiscal operations of the clinic, development and management of community collaborations and marketing, and collaboration with faculty on training models, goals, and strategies.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Administrative:

+ Responsible for day-to day operations of the Aging Center.

+ Develops and revises Policies and Procedures, including compliance with pertinent state and federal regulations and standards.

+ Prepares, oversees, and administers annual operating budget.

+ Manages expenses; oversees expenditures for equipment and supplies, devises systems for their use, and oversees appropriate use.

+ Monitors billing and income to the Aging Center; generates external funding from partner agencies and foundations.

+ Addresses emergencies or other situations (e.g., legal matters) that might affect the Aging Center.

+ Provides space, equipment, and resources needed to fulfill the functions of the clinic.

+ Writes reports as needed.

+ Attends monthly meetings with various groups, including Lane Center Directors and clinical supervisors.

+ Oversees completion of funded programs as Principal Investigator

Academic:

+ Collaborates with clinical faculty to meet the academic purposes of the Aging Center to support training and research.

+ Coordinates research activities within the Aging Center.

+ Recruits, interviews, and selects students for practicum placement at the Aging Center

+ Provides clinical supervision to graduate level students

+ Supports efforts for interprofessional collaboration

Clinical Services and Training:

+ Ensures and monitors quality of clinical services delivered

+ Establishes standards for training and practice in congruence with accrediting bodies, state laws, and national standards for excellence

+ Coordinates referral of cases to clinical students, staff, and contractors

+ Provides Medicare services

+ Plans, coordinates, and provides clinical training during orientation (June) and monthly didactics

+ Supports community outreach efforts and provides opportunities for students' community presentations

Tentative Search Timeline

+ Priority will be given to applications submitted by: **November 28, 2025**

+ Potential interview dates: **After December 3, 2025**

+ Anticipated start date: **January 2026 (can be amended)**

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

+ Must have a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology or related field (e.g., neuropsychology, geropsychology, counseling psychology).

+ Experience working with older adults, Medicare provider or Medicare-eligible provider is required.

+ Must be licensed as psychologist in Colorado, or license eligible.

+ Postdoctoral fellowship training in clinical Geropsychology is a plus.

+ Highly qualified candidates will have experience supervising graduate level psychology students in geropsychology

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received before 11/28/2025 will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #:38212). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) . Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Unofficial transcript(s), Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: Screening of applications begins Immediately and continues until position is filled. For full consideration, please submit the following documents: (1) Cover letter with interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (2) Curriculum vitae/Resume (3) Unofficial transcript of terminal degree (4) Three professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address, and (5) Copy of Psychologist license. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

**Job Category** : Health Care

**Primary Location** : Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40077 - LAS-Psychology

**Schedule** : Full-time

**Posting Date** : Nov 12, 2025

**Unposting Date** : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Laura Posting Contact Email: Chandler Position Number: 00484901

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