UCLA Counseling and Psychological Services

The University of California at Los Angeles Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) announces the availability of 2 post-doctoral Fellowships for 2009-2010 in Psychology. The 12-month full-time Fellowhsip provides advanced clinical training and supervision with a focus on brief therapy in a multidisciplinary, multicultural university counseling center. The Fellowhsip begins July 1, 2009 and ends
June 30, 2010.

UCLA CAPS is a vibrant and highly utilized counseling service, situated between the Residence Halls and the Student Union and adjacent to the Wooden Recreation Center and the Ashe Student Health Center. UCLA’s student population is considerably diverse in almost every measure, and reflects a remarkable array of ethnic, socio-cultural and religious backgrounds. Clients present with a broad range of psychological and psychiatric problems, from developmental issues typical of college age individuals to debilitating conditions requiring psychiatric hospitalization. Please visit www.caps.ucla.edu for information about UCLA CAPS services and programs.

Fellows’ responsibilities include intake assessment, crisis intervention, individual, couples and group psychotherapy, assessment, supervision of practicum students, and workshops and presentations for the campus community. Other responsibilities may be added. Fellows will function with a special emphasis in areas such as eating disorders, health psychology, alcohol/substance abuse, and group psychotherapy and are encouraged to develop areas of additional specialization and outreach in consultation with Director of Training. Fellows are expected to design and implement programs for targeted populations.

Required Qualifications : Applicants must have completed an APA-accredited internship and possess a doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program by the start date of the Fellowship (July 1, 2009). Applicants must also possess demonstrated interest and ample experience working with diverse multicultural college student populations. In Very strong clinical competency and experience with brief psychotherapies are required. In addition to functioning as generalists, Fellows are required to specialize in one of several potential clinical areas as above. For purposes of licensure, it is expected that the Fellows will accrue over 1,700 hours of supervised professional experience by the completion of the training year.

Benefits and Compensation: The Fellowship includes medical benefits (excluding dental and vision benefits). Pursuant to University of California policies, this Fellowship requires a background check prior to the start date. The stipend for the Fellowship is $38,000.

About UCLA: The University of California at Los Angeles is nestled at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by an impressive array of cultural, entertainment and recreational opportunities. Established in 1919 as the second campus of the University of California system, the University enjoys an international reputation for academic excellence. The campus is consistently ranked among the top ten public institutions and research universities in the United States. UCLA's student population is among the most diverse in the world, drawn from all fifty states and more than 92 countries. More than half of the approximately 36,000 students identify themselves as members of cultural or ethnic minorities. Now ranked among the top five research libraries in North America, the UCLA library system consists of 13 separate branches, and has more than 6 million volumes. The largest location, the University Research Library, focuses on the special needs of graduate students and faculty. UCLA has also distinguished itself as a leader in the visual and performing arts. Considered a mecca for local, national and international artists, the UCLA Center for the Performing Arts stages more than 200 public events annually. The Mathias Botanical Gardens, the Carter Japanese Gardens, UCLA at the Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center, the Geffen Playhouse, the Fowler Museum of Cultural History, the Murphy Sculpture Garden, the Grunwald Center for the Graphic Arts and the Wight Art Gallery all contribute to an enriching environment for students and visitors. In addition, UCLA has a long tradition of excellence in athletics and has gained recognition for its strong combination of academics and athletics. UCLA is located in Los Angeles, and with nearly 4 million residents it is the second largest city in the country. Los Angeles provides a vibrant range of cultural and geographical offerings, and its temperate climate allows for outdoor activities throughout the entire year. A spectacular coastline, beautiful mountains (offering a range of activities including skiing) and deserts, and the cities of Santa Barbara and San Diego are reachable within two hours.

All application materials must be submitted electronically. Materials must be submitted via email to internshipgroup@caps.ucla.edu. Letters of reference should be sent via email under separate cover, and include the referrer’s phone number.

A completed application should include the following: a cover letter indicating your specific interest in the UCLA CAPS Fellowship; current curriculum vita, including the anticipated date of your graduation; and three letters of recommendation from sources familiar with your clinical skills and academic background. One of these must be from the Director of Training or the Director of your internship site.

Application materials must arrive no later than January 30, 2009. Applications will not be accepted after this date.

Finalists will be interviewed in person or by telephone. Those applicants invited to interview will be contacted by February 6, 2009.

Applicants will be notified regarding the status of their application by February 27, 2009.