Postdoctoral Psychology Fellow - University Health and Counseling Center - 20444 (UWW Internal Only)
ATTENTION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, University Health & Counseling Services-Counseling Center is seeking a qualified Psychology Postdoctoral Fellow. The fellowship is a full-time, limited-term (12-month) position with benefits eligibility. The fellow hired will join a committed and energetic team that strives every day to provide a safe, supportive, and helpful atmosphere to address the psychological, holistic, and academic well-being of our students.
This is an internal posting for current UW-Whitewater employees. Applicants who currently are not employed by UW-Whitewater in a qualifying category (University Staff, Academic Staff, Faculty, Limited) will not be considered. After a review of internal applicants, the position may be opened for public application.
JOB DETAILS:
Postdoctoral Fellowship position provides training opportunities covering a typical university counseling setting, including crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, multicultural counseling, program development and outreach, and working in a multi-disciplinary setting.
This fellowship emphasizes generalist training with the goal of preparing the provider for a position in a university counseling center. Also, opportunities exist for emphasized training in special populations and services, including ADHD assessment, working with students with disabilities, and student-athlete counseling, gaining hours towards Mental Performance Consultant certification. The UHCS counseling training program utilizes a practitioner-scholar developmental model of training which emphasizes experiential learning through concrete experience, reflective observation, active experimentation, and an establishment of mentoring relationships where training is viewed as relational and reciprocal.
Each fellow has her/his/their own office, equipped with a computer, internet access, and digital recording technology. You will maintain a UWW e-mail account, access to library resources, and athletic facilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. in psychology at the time of hire (ABD will not be considered)
- Successful completion of an APA-accredited doctoral internship in Health Service Psychology
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- We seek candidates with excellent verbal and written communication skills who are strongly motivated to participate in multidisciplinary collaboration and clinic operations
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion practices within an organization, team, and/or campus environment.
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in the following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training drills
- Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Responsibilities
Provision of direct clinical services which include individual and group counseling, crisis management, adjunctive services, and consultation:
- Perform patient psycho-diagnostic, psychological assessments, and evaluations
- Identify patient psychological disorders and emotional patterns to understand and predict behavior
- Provide individual, couples, and group counseling/therapy for students
- Assess safety risks and develop safety plan for at-risk individuals
- Provide a minimum of one day per week coverage of crisis interventions for students in acute emotional distress
- Provide ADHD testing and feedback services to approximately one student per week
- Develop, implement, and monitor individual and group psychological treatment programs with clinical staff and physicians
- Complete clinical treatment reports in accordance with department and agency guidelines
- Demonstrate an understanding of working with diverse populations
- Explore referral options in the community; maintain updated list of referral providers
- Provide consultation and referrals services to students, faculty, and staff regarding mental health issues.
- Adhere to ethical practices guided by the professional code of ethics
20% Clinical Supervision:
- Receive 2 hours of individual supervision from a licensed psychologist.
- Provide group clinical supervision to master's level counseling trainees under the supervision of a licensed psychologist
- Provide didactic seminars for master's and doctoral trainees
Outreach and Training:
- Provide a minimum of one UHCS outreach initiative each academic semester
- Serve as liaison to related campus departments (i.e., Health Services, psychiatry, nutrition, athletics/athletic training, student services)
- May provide expertise, training, and guidance to the community, peers, and/or students
- Provide services to a special interest group. 2024-2025 will be focused on the student- athlete population.
Staff Meetings and Other Duties as Assigned:
- Assume other responsibilities as assigned
- Participate in weekly one-hour staff meetings and 1.5 hours case consultation with counseling center staff
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu ).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report . If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a stipend of $50,000.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by December 27th, 2023 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or [email protected] .
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Karen Brueggeman
262-472-1305
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter describing your clinical experience, skills, interests, and goals
- Current Resume/CV
- Name and contact information for three professional references
This Job ID is 20444.
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