Postdoctoral Clinical Fellow - Psychiatry/Behavioral Science

UTMB Health • Galveston, TX

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About The Position

The postdoctoral fellow conducts psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and families, provides evidence-based psychotherapy, and coordinates treatment in a multidisciplinary environment under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. This is a training position and is not expected to be permanent.

Requirements

• Completion of an APA-accredited PhD program, with the degree conferred before the fellow's start date.
• Completion of an APA-approved internship in child and adolescent clinical/counseling psychology or pediatric psychology.
• Knowledge of basic theory and concepts in cognitive and behavioral therapy.
• Ability to assess and diagnose common psychological problems and psychiatric diagnoses experienced by youth and families.
• Writing skills for clinical documentation.
• Mentoring and teaching skills for interacting with medical students, residents, and fellows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and develop psychological treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapy visits with youth and families.
• Complete clinical documentation for all services provided.
• Respond effectively to direction and feedback from clinical supervisors.
• Communicate with other treatment team members to coordinate care.

Benefits

• Excellent retirement program.
• Relocation allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree