The Center for Talented Youth (CTY) at Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Staff Psychologist to work full-time in its Diagnostic and Counseling Cente. The position involves doing psycho-educational assessments and counseling families on educational and other options for meeting the needs of their children. Candidates must have a doctorate in psychology, be licensed or eligible for a license in Maryland, have at least two years of work experience (five or more is preferred), and have training in diagnosing learning disabilities. Specific experience with gifted and/or twice-exceptional populations is preferred. Information about CTY’s Diagnostic and Counseling Center can be found here: http://cty.jhu.edu/counseling/index.html. Candidates should apply to online to jobs.jhu.edu (Requisition #52151). Questions should be directed to Linda Brody at lbrody@jhu.edu.
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Child, Family, & Adult Services of Westchester (CFA-W) in Scarsdale, NY is now accepting applications for 2 clinical positions. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
1) Senior Psychology Extern or Summer Extern (1-2 positions available). Qualified candidates will be entering their 2nd year or higher of an APA-accredited doctoral program in clinical psychology. Previous experience and training in CBT for children and adolescents is strongly preferred. The extern may have the opportunity to participate in CBT consultation team meetings, co-lead groups, conduct neuropsychological assessments, collaborate on research and/or writing projects, and obtain specialized training and supervision in one or more of the following areas.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Exposure with Response Prevention
Behavioral Activation
Cognitive Restructuring
Mindfulness and Relaxation
Coping Skills Training
Problem-Solving Skills Training
Organizational/Study Skills Training
Social Skills Training
MATCH-ADTC (a new modular CBT approach designed to address co-occurring symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or disruptive behavior in youth)
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Groups (social anxiety, social skills, and/or parenting groups)
Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to Adam S. Weissman, Ph.D. at DrAdamWeissman@gmail.com. For this position, there may also be opportunities at our sister Manhattan program, the Child/Adolescent Treatment Center (CAT-C), Institute for Behavior Therapy www.ifbt.com/cat-c.html.
2) Part-Time Licensed or License-Eligible Staff Psychologist (1 position available): Qualified candidates will have completed an APA-accredited doctoral program in clinical psychology, internship, and some post-doctoral training prior to start date, and should be licensed (or license-eligible) in the state of NY. Strong clinical and supervisory skills, the ability to work independently, and a strong training background in child/adolescent CBT are required. Based on the candidate’s interests, he or she may have the opportunity to participate in CBT consultation team meetings, co-lead groups, supervise externs and/or post-docs, co-lead CBT trainings in the community, conduct neuropsychological assessments, collaborate on research and/or writing opportunities, and obtain further experience with the treatment modalities listed above. The position will begin on a part-time basis with the opportunity for growth as our program continues to expand. Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to Adam S. Weissman, Ph.D. at DrAdamWeissman@gmail.com.
Child, Family, & Adult Services of Westchester (CFA-W) is dedicated to providing state-of-the art, evidence-based psychological assessment & treatment to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. To learn more about our programs, please visit www.childfamilytreatment.com.
Adam S. Weissman, Ph.D.
Director, Child/Adolescent Treatment Center (CAT-C)
Institute for Behavior Therapy
110 East 40th Street, Suite 206
New York, NY 10016
DrAdamWeissman@ifbt.com
We wanted to alert you that the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced the opening of the application process for the Mental and Behavioral Health Education and Training Grant Program. This new grant program is authorized in Sec. 756 of the recent healthcare reform law and is funded by already appropriated Fiscal Year 2012 funds. Applications are due by June 15th.
The program aims to increase the number of psychologists and social workers who pursue clinical work with high need and high demand populations. For this funding opportunity, high need and high demand refers to rural, vulnerable, and/or underserved populations, and veterans, military personnel and their families. The Funding for this announcement is provided through the Affordable Care Act’s Prevention and Public Health Fund (Section 4002 (42 U.S.C. 300 u-11).
The specific goal of the program is to strengthen the clinical field competencies of psychologists and social workers who pursue clinical service with high need and high demand populations. This program recognizes the high need and high demand experienced by military personnel and veterans, as well as the impact of war and deployment on their families.
The grant announcement and application is available on the HRSA website at: https://grants.hrsa.gov/webExternal/FundingOppDetails.asp?FundingCycleId=4ADFE828-290C-46A0-88CF-3A0D6F5BC827&ViewMode=EU&GoBack=&PrintMode=&OnlineAvailabilityFlag=&pageNumber=&version=&NC=&Popup=
The HRSA point of contact is Sadie Silcott and her contact information is:
Sadie Silcott
ssilcott@hrsa.gov
(301) 443-0133
As stated in the grant announcement, two technical assistance calls will be held on:
May 14, 2012 (Monday); 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM ET
Call-in Number: 800-369-3153
Participant Code: 8543234
Adobe Connect Link: https://hrsa.connectsolutions.com/mbhetg/
For replay information (The recording will be available until June 30, 2012): 866-430-5848
May 17, 2012 (Thursday); 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET Call-in Number: 800-369-3153
Participant Code: 8543234
Adobe
Licensed Clinical Psychologist position for 32-bed psychiatric inpatient unit at St. Luke¹s Roosevelt Hospital (teaching hospital for Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons), New York, New York
Responsibilities include:
Clinical
Functions as part of the multidisciplinary treatment team to perform a variety of duties including but not limited to:
1. Provides clinical assessment and treatment of psychiatric inpatients
in an acute psychiatric unit serving a diverse population 2. Performs
specialized assessments (personality, risk, functional, etc) in
consultation with and at the request of the attending psychiatrist 3.
Designs and implements specific behavioral interventions and other
specialized psychological interventions 4. Provides individual, group
or family therapy interventions as clinically indicated in consultation
with and at the request of the attending psychiatrist
Educational:/Supervisory
1. Provides individual, group, and family supervision of psychiatry
residents, clinical psychology interns (APA approved program),
psychology externs and medical students rotating through the inpatient
unit 2. Provides inpatient caseload supervision for psychology interns
rotating through the inpatient unit 3. Supervises psychological testing
performed by interns on the unit
Research
Will serve as ³liaison² to Research Division to assist in planning,
implementing and monitoring of new research projects (up to 10% of
time)
Reports to: Unit Chief Attending Psychiatrist
Education/Experience
PhD or PsyD from an APA accredited clinical psychology program and
completion of an APA accredited internship. Fellowship training and
ABPP highly desirable. Minimum 3-5 years post-graduate experience,
including working in acute care settings with psychiatric patients with
severe psychopathology. Successful candidate should have research
experience, preferably with clinical studies. A history of
publications/data based presentations a plus. Must understand basic
research procedures and be able to help monitor implementation of
research procedures on the unit including overseeing students.
Salary
Competitive salary, $72,000 and above, ranging according to
qualifications
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume, immediately, to:
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University Behavioral Associates (UBA) of Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York is seeking a Clinical Supervisor (Limited Permit Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Social Worker) for a Family Treatment/Rehabilitation program funded by the NYC Administration for Children’s Services (ACS). The Clinical Supervisor will be responsible for conducting clinical assessments of adults and children, making referrals for needed treatment, facilitating family team conferences, and developing service plans. The Supervisor will also manage case management staff, provide clinical supervision and training, and ensure that all program outcomes are achieved. Candidates should have demonstrated clinical and management skills; Spanish-speaking a plus. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered. If interested please e-mail a CV and letter of interest to Barbara Kang, Administrative Director at bkang@montefiore.org
The Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center, located in Westport, CT, is seeking a CT licensed, or CT license eligible therapist to join our 4 therapist team beginning Summer 2012. Our Center provides DBT and CBT, using both group and individual modalities, to adults and adolescents for a variety of problems. More detailed information about Center offerings is available on our website: www.behaviortherapyct.com. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with DBT, familiarity with other empirically supported treatments, and comfort in dealing with both adolescents and adults. We offer a collegial environment, an emphasis on professional development, a flexible schedule, and a competitive compensation package. Both part-time and full-time candidates will be considered. Interested applicants should mail a vita and letter to:
The Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center, LLC
Attention: Kevin Holtzman, Psy.D.
15 Powers Court
Westport, CT 06880
or email to:
kevin.holtzman@behaviortherapyct.com
Kevin Holtzman, Psy.D.
The Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center, LLC
15 Powers Court
Westport, CT 06880
Phone: 203.454.3070
Fax: 203.557.0807
www.behaviortherapyct.com
LICBT Network FYI
Hello LICBT colleagues, June training opportunities
and June social, save the date
1) LICBT TRAINING & SOCIAL: SAVE THE DATE, Friday June 1st
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
LICBT in cooperation with Tourette Syndrome Association & CDC Partnership
Training likely 3 PM, Social to follow at 6 PM
Details for both the CBIT training and the LICBT social will follow over the next month…stay tuned.
2) Research Participation: Online Progress Tracking
Our colleagues Kelly Koerner in collaboration with Jackie Persons have received funding to develop Online Progress Tracking software. They are now at the point in development where they are seeking colleagues who can learn to use the system and help them to evaluate its usefulness. They thought some of our LI-CBT members might be interested in and see the benefits of using this type of software in your practice. Please see the message below for details and contact Kelly kellykpracticeground@gmail.com directly if you are interested – and please feel free to forward this on to other practitioners who you think might be willing to participate.
3) NYC Spring Trainings:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training with John Forsyth:
American Institute for Cognitive Therapy has several upcoming workshops, including next Sat 21st:
Mindful Compassion Therapy Training with Dennis Tirch:
3) Interest Sponsoring upcoming LICBT socials: Let us know if your group, or you and some of your local colleagues would like to help sponsor our next social in your area, great for your network growth as well as ours.
Please forward to any and all interested friends/colleagues.
“Together we grow”
LI-CBT Network
LI-CBT Board: Mark Sisti, Joanne Davila, and Barbara Romano
The American Group Psychotherapy Association ( AGPA) has been selected as the recipient of the 2012 Social Responsibility Award by the New York Society of Association Executives (NYSAE). NYSAE annually recognizes an association for an extraordinary program that goes above and beyond its primary mission to address community concerns and contribute to societal well-being.
AGPA is receiving the award for its “Camp Galaxy Day,” an annual program spearheaded by AGPA Community Outreach Co-Chair Dr. Suzanne Phillips. The award is offered in partnership with the Air National Guard 106th Rescue Wing for children of deployed Guard members at Gabeski Air Force Base in Westhampton Beach, New York and children of any military service parents in the New York area, to invite awareness of children’s resiliency as well as the value of working as a group, family and the larger military community.
This program exemplifies the broad span of AGPA’s community outreach programs and activities, which use the power of groups to benefit communities and society. This program could not have happened without the participation of graduate student volunteers from The Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program at the CW Post Campus of LIU, many of whom are student members of the American Group Psychotherapy Association.
Thanks to all of our Volunteers – Dr. Phillips We will be going back to the 106th this August 14,2012 to host another Camp Galaxy
Please contact me if you are interested in joining us- Dr. Phillips
Click on the link below for more details:
2012+Call_for_Proposals
The Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual Student and Faculty Scholarship Competition.
The Beck Institute will award 10 recipients (graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and faculty in psychology, psychiatry, social work, nursing, and counseling) with full tuition scholarships to our 3-day Student and Faculty Workshop, in Philadelphia, PA, on August 13 – 15, 2012.
This experiential workshop will provide expert training in evidence-based treatment and will include a special conversation hour with Dr. Aaron Beck.
Please help us spread the word by forwarding this message and telling your friends, colleagues, students, and professors about this opportunity.
Visit the registration page for details about eligibility and directions on how to apply to the scholarship competition. The deadline isMarch 1, 2012.
We look forward to reading your applications. Good luck!
Sincerely,
Aaron Beck and Judith Beck
