Psychologist 1 - Doctoral Intern

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at Penn State offers a full-time twelve-month Doctoral Internship designed to provide high quality training in the multiple functions carried out within a major university counseling center. The Doctoral Internship in Health Service Psychology is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association. Intensively supervised experiences are offered in individual and group counseling/psychotherapy, crisis intervention, assessment and diagnosis, consultation/outreach, research, supervision/training, and other activities appropriate to the setting. Professional development is fostered within the context of a service-delivery system, which has a long-standing tradition of dedication to excellence in training.

Typical Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires current enrollment in a Doctoral Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or combined program that is APA or CPA accredited.

Additional Required Competencies:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an APA or CPA accredited doctoral program in clinical or Counseling Psychology, or a combined program that is APA or CPA accredited. Typically requires at least 350 hours of pre-internship practicum experience. All coursework and qualifying exams required for the doctorate must be completed before the internship.

This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from the date of hire.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information):

• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)

• Generous vacation time and sick time

• 16 paid holidays/campus closure days

The Pennsylvania State University and CAPS are committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

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