Opportunities for Students and Alumni
The Early Career Psychologist section of IPA would like to invite you to a free half-day workshop aimed at helping you navigate your next professional steps.
Students are encouraged to participate and learn about career planning, professional opportunities, and mentorship.
Please join us on May 18th, 2013 at the IPA offices downtown at 67 East Madison Street, Suite 1817, Chicago, IL 60603. Light refreshments will be served.
Featured speakers and presentation topics include:
• Dr. John Carlsen: Networking, professional identity, and marketing.
• Cynthia Love, L.Ac., MSOM, Dipl.Ac., : Self-care and work/life balance.
• Dr. Michelle Krucek: Tips and study skills for EPPP preparation.
• Dr. Scott Kaplan: Carving out a niche area, participating in professional organizations, and starting private practice while managing other jobs.
When: Saturday May 18th, 2013 from 9am-1p
Where: IPA Conference Room
67 E. Madison St., Suite 1817, Chicago, IL
Valet Parking available
Cost: Free to members of the ECP Section
$5 all others
RSVP: Registration required! Please register by May 10th, 2013 to Karla Steingraber, Psy.D., ECP Section Chair at keasme@mac.com.
The Faculty and Students of The Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis cordially invite you to
An Open House Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the home of Caryle Perlman,
Director of the Institute’s Fellowship Program, 65 East Monroe, Chicago, IL 60603.
(Reduced rate parking at the Adams-Wabash Self Park, 17 E. Adams.)
There will be a clinical presentation by a member of the Institute faculty. Learn about the Psychoanalytic Training Program, the Adult Psychotherapy Program, the Child and Adolescent
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Training Program (CAPPT) and the Fellowship Program, and meet students and faculty from each of the programs. Refreshments will be served.
RSVP to Chris Susman by Tuesday, May 14th
(312) 922-7474, ext. 324
or e-mail to csusman@chicagoanalysis.org
The School of Psychological Sciences (SoPS) invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning August 2013.
Both positions involve developing a research program; chairing doctoral dissertations and/or MA theses; and service to the unit, University, and profession. Position 1: Responsibilities include teaching within the new, science-based undergraduate program in two or more of the following areas: biological psychology, research methods, and statistics. Additional responsibilities include teaching an undergraduate capstone course and a graduate course in an area of interest. Position 2: Responsibilities include teaching within the clinical psychology graduate program in the areas of psychological assessment and research methods.
Qualifications. Position 1: Preference will be given to applicants with a doctorate in psychology with an emphasis in quantitative or physiological psychology. Position 2: Preference will be given to applicants with a doctorate in clinical psychology who are licensed or license-eligible. For both positions, ABDs may be considered with the expectation of degree completion prior to the start date. Demonstrated or potential excellence in teaching, research, obtaining grant funding, and mentoring students is expected. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
The SoPS has 16 full-time faculty and offers an undergraduate psychology program, MA clinical psychology program, and an APA-accredited PsyD program in clinical psychology. We are enjoying a period of creativity and innovation in terms of program, faculty, and curriculum development. The School offers rich opportunities for professional growth and expression. For more detailed information about UIndy, the School of Psychological Sciences, and the faculty, visit http://psych.uindy.edu.
Apply electronically at https://jobs.uindy.edu. In order to be assured of full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by May 14, 2013. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.
We are especially interested in recruiting applicants from ethnically/racially diverse backgrounds and other underrepresented groups. The University of Indianapolis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.
Wayne State University seeks to hire a Director for its Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). At WSU, CAPS consists of 4 licensed professional counselors, 5 psychologists, 3 social workers, and a psychiatrist. In addition CAPS employs 3 to 4 practicum/intern students each year. WSU-CAPS is fully accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services (IACS). CAPS is part of Academic Affairs and is the university agency dedicated to providing counseling and psychological services for Wayne State students and to providing consultation and outreach to the university community in support of student welfare. At WSU, CAPS has enjoyed unprecedented growth and expansion in the past year, is well supported by the university, and has benefitted from a newly renovated space with large, bright, offices and exciting technological advancements. CAPS also features progressively expanding staff development trainings, approved practicum and internship placements as well as an expansion of clinical services to students.
Wayne State University, founded in 1868, is a nationally recognized metropolitan research institution offering more than 370 academic programs through 13 schools and colleges to nearly 29,000 students. Wayne State ranks within the nation’s top 50 largest universities. Wayne State’s main campus (located in Detroit Cultural Center) comprises 100 buildings over 200 acres. WSU also maintains six extension centers in Southeast Michigan. Wayne State is dedicated to preparing students (often first generation college students) to excel by combining the academic excellence of a major research university with the practical experience of an institution that by its history, location and diversity represents a microcosm of the world we live in. Reflecting its location and the excellent international reputation of its graduate schools, particularly in the sciences, Wayne State boasts the most diverse student body among Michigan’s public universities.
The Director is responsible for the continuing operations of CAPS with support of an administrative assistant. These operations include planning for, oversight of, and reporting on all CAPS staff, services, and budget. In addition, the director reports to the Office of the Provost or their designee. Candidates with the following qualities are encouraged to apply:
• Leadership and administrative experience relevant to administering a counseling center.
• Therapeutic skills in pragmatic, empirically supported treatments for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of adult development and ability to provide mental health services across adulthood from student-clients transitioning to adulthood all the way through elderly adults returning to education beyond age 70 years.
• Substantial supervision experience with trainees and staff, and administrative skills in managing multidisciplinary services and professionals.
• Familiarity with university student life and breadth of experience relating to an urban campus such as student retention and student homelessness.
• The ability to develop strong working alliances with the campus community including public safety, academic units, advisers, health professionals, and student organizations.
• Competence in prevention and responding to campus crises including those related to mental health such as suicide and violent behavior.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including grant writing and maintaining accreditation status.
• Interest in building research collaboration between CAPS and faculty/staff/students across campus.
• Experience and skill in working with an ethnically and religiously diverse student population including persons with disability, chronic illness, non-traditional students, and military veterans.
Qualifications:
• MSW, MD, PhD, PsyD, Ed.D, or other degree required for providing independent mental health practice in Michigan.
• Licensure to provide independent mental health services in Michigan (or within 6-months after hire) is required.
• 3 years or more administrative experience past highest degree.
Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2013. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Applicants must apply on-line at https://jobs.wayne.edu (Posting Number 039416).
Requested materials include a cover letter, a complete resume, and a list of three references which provides their complete names, addresses, telephone, and e-mail addresses. Applicants will be kept confidential prior to the interview stage of selection.
Additional information about WSU and CAPS can be found at http://www.wayne.edu and http://www.caps.wayne.edu, respectively
Wayne State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST IN JUVENILE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
The Isaac Ray Center offers a unique opportunity for a Licensed Clinical Professional, Masters in Social Work, Pre-LCSW; Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, social workers, mental health specialists, child psychiatrists, and advanced practice nurses at the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC).
Key responsibilities include:
• provide crisis counseling
• conduct psycho-educational groups
• complete clinical screening and assessments
• conduct one-on-one, group and family counseling
• develop treatment plans
• development of linkage plans
• provide hospital triage
Qualified candidates must have:
• a Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
• a license in the state of IL as either a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
• 2-5 years experience in corrections, inpatient and or secure residential facilities
• a demonstrated ability to effectively practice in multi-cultural urban settings
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
The Isaac Ray Center is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to youth in detention. The position offers competitive salary and benefits.
The position is scheduled for 2-10PM (after the school, court and other programming here at the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center) Tuesday through Saturday.
Please send resume and letter of interest to Bruce Bonecutter, PhD, Director of Psychosocial Services, Isaac Ray Center – Mental Health Program at CC-JTDC via Bruce.Bonecutter@cookcountyil.gov.
Bruce Johnson Bonecutter PhD
Leyden Family Service is seeking a qualified applicant for an available Screening Assessment Support Service Program (SASS) position. Therapist will perform home/community based psychiatric crisis intervention and therapy services to children, adolescents, and their families. Much travel required (vehicle necessary). LCSW and CADC supervision offered. Flexible schedule and excellent benefits for full-time position including health insurance and generous time off. Additional opportunity for part-time after hours/weekend shifts with generous compensation.
Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field. Leyden Family Service is an approved site by National Health Service Corps Student Loan Program. Only bi-lingual applicants who are English and Spanish-speaking will be considered in order to meet client needs.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: lhaynes@leydenfamilyservice.org
Seeking classroom counselor at MacNeal School, a therapeutic day school for children and adolescents with emotional disabilities in Westchester, IL. We are looking for master level clinicians. If interested, please fax resume to Michelle Hixon at 708-343-0363.
MACNEAL HEALTH NETWORK
BERWYN, ILLINOIS
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Classroom Counselor FLSA: Exempt
(Full Time Position)
DEPARTMENT: MacNeal School
APPROVALS
DEPARTMENT: __________________________________ DATE: __________________
DIVISION: _______________________________________DATE: __________________
HUMAN RESOURCES: ____________________________ DATE: __________________
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GENERAL SUMMARY: The classroom counselor works as a member of the classroom team in conjunction with the teacher, providing clinical interventions for emotionally disturbed students and assisting in the maintenance of the integrity of the educational environment within the community of the classroom.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide daily, integrated/age appropriate, clinical interventions for assigned students including the hourly completion of point sheets and feedback to students twice daily. Incorporates specialized individual programming designed to meet students’ specific needs.
2. Develop IEP goals with benchmarks and functional analysis designed to limit behavioral interference within the classroom environment. Document quarterly on benchmark progress.
3. Provide written documentation in the format of the quarterly grade report for the section labeled non-academic progress and periodic behavioral data collection for the purpose of analyzing/interpreting for special programming.
4. Develop partnership and sustained communication with parents in the interest of the student to be accomplished through home/school meetings, daily log, and phone calls.
5. Assist classroom teacher in providing daily academic lessons to meet the individual educational needs of all assigned students.
6. Facilitate processing of Intervention Area usage and ensure documentation is completed and filed in a timely manner.
7. Prepare, attend and actively participate in Faculty meetings, Team meetings, Counselors’ meetings, Case Presentation meetings, and all available in-services as scheduled in a timely fashion.
8. Co-facilitates physical education classes. Takes the role of coaching, supervising social interaction, and demonstrating positive encouragement for all students. Co-facilitates group therapy by providing clinical insight to students and monitoring student behaviors to maintain the integrity of the group.
9. Volunteer to serve on committees and assist with various special programs throughout the school year.
10. Follow and enact the school’s established behavior management plan along with responding to crisis assistance calls and maintaining physical intervention skills as taught by CPI instructors.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact with students in an appropriate clinical fashion and to maintain professional relationships with colleagues, referring school districts, and parents.
2. The analytical ability necessary to develop specialized/individualized behavior plans for students.
3. The ability to be flexible to adapt to the needs of the students and program.
KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE/REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
1. Level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a master’s degree, preferably in the field of psychology.
2. A minimum of one year’s experience in working with severely, emotionally/behaviorally disordered children and adolescents.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Work is performed in a classroom environment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned this job. These are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with it.
Community Mental Health Outreach Coordinator, Expanded Mental Health Services of Chicago, NFP (30 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1828, Chicago, IL 60602)
EMHS seeks a dynamic, community-minded self-starter to become a part of an exciting new venture that aims to revolutionize the way mental health services are provided to urban communities. We are currently in the process of evaluating the mental health needs of one Chicago community, and are looking for a full-time Community Mental Health Outreach Coordinator who can interface with community residents and institutions in order to allow them a real voice in planning and implementing an agency that truly meets their needs.
Responsibilities will include:
• Conducting interviews with community residents
• Meeting with community leaders and other established social service providers
• Creating a foundation of good-will and cooperation between EMHS and other community resources
• Communicating with EMHS Board members and staff
• Coordination of volunteers
• Data aggregation and analysis
• Preparation of a written Needs Assessment Report
Qualifications include:
• Excellent communication skills
• A demonstrated investment in mental health issues and community-building
• An academic background in qualitative research methods
• Your own transportation
• Fluency in Spanish a plus
This position would be ideal either for a Masters- or Doctoral-level graduate in social work, community psychology, urban geography, mental health/public policy or related field, or for a Masters- or Doctoral-level graduate student wishing to gain comprehensive research experience. Although this is a project-based position, possibilities exist for long-term engagement with EMHS going forward. Salary commensurate with experience.
To apply, send a CV and letter outlining your capabilities and interest in the position to Dr. Nancy Burke, EMHS Selection Committee, emhs.chicago@gmail.com. Initial review of applications will take place on April 22nd, with position starting date projected for May.
Expanded Mental Health Services of Chicago NFP is an equal opportunity employer.
University Counseling Center Core Competency (UC4)
The Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) UC4 is a core competency program that provides an informative and engaging training to all mental health staff working in a university or college community. This is a generalist clinical program designed to increase competency in the concerns, challenges, culture and experience of service members and veterans attending college. Non-clinical faculty and staff from Illinois State University such as student affairs, financial aid, disability concerns, housing, campus security and others are also invited to attend as space permits.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
8:00 am to 4:30 pm (Check-In Begins at 7:30 am)
Illinois State University, Bone Student Center, Old Main Room
For More Information and to Register to go: https://survey.lilt.ilstu.edu/TakeSurvey.aspx?PageNumber=1&SurveyID=822I686K&Preview=true
Space is limited. If registration exceeds capacity, priority will be given to campus based mental health professionals.
Cosponsored by the Divisions of Student Affairs and Academic Affairs, Illinois State University.
Curriculum Covers:
Culture and Experience of Service Members and Veterans on Campus
The Deployment Cycle and Its Impact on Students
Reintegration on Campus
Outreach Strategies and Group Exercise
Overview of Treatments for PTSD on Campus
With introductions to:
Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
This is a CE Eligible program for all mental health professionals.
For more information please go to: http://counseling.illinoisstate.edu/training/ce/
The Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) is a tri-service consortium funded through a Department of Defense grant from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU). As the Nation’s only federal health sciences university, USU is committed to excellence in military medicine and public health during peace and war.
9th Congress of the International Neuropsychiatric Association
Treating Neuropsychiatric Illness: A Multidisciplinary Effort
September 25-27, 2013
The Congress Plaza Hotel and Convention Center
Chicago, IL
Please join us in the beautiful city of Chicago for the 9th Congress of the International Neuropsychiatric Association (INA). The Association is dedicated to increasing the understanding of brain function and human behavior with the purpose of improving care and lives of people with brain-behavior disorders. The Congress provides a forum for the exchange of knowledge and ideas among professionals in various disciplines, including but not limited to neuropsychiatry, behavioral neurology, neuropsychology, and neuroscience. The theme of the Congress is Treating Neuropsychiatric Illness: A Multidisciplinary Effort. An exciting scientific program is planned with speakers from around the world. Some of the highlights include:
Neuroscience, Memory and the Law. Dr. Michael Kopelman (UK)
The Future of Neuropsychology in Clinical Neurosciences. Dr. Neil Pliskin, PhD (USA)
Health Care Systems: A World Perspective. Dr. James Ausman (USA)
Epilepsy: Clinical, Surgical and Cross-Cultural Aspects. Dr. Andres Kanner (USA) and Dr. Michael Trimble (UK)
Please visit our website to view the rest of the program and to register for the Congress http://www.inawebsite.org
Call for Abstracts:
We are welcoming submission of abstracts for poster presentations with a focus on innovative research in the areas of neuropsychiatry, neuropsychology, neuroscience, behavioral neurology, neuroradiology, and rehabilitation. Please visit our website for submission guidelines.
Submission deadline is March 1, 2013.
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