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1 Loyola Marymount University Student Psychological Services A Safe Place For Personal Growth POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP in PSYCHOLOGY Application Packet Loyola Marymount University Student Psychological Services Burns Recreational Center 1 LMU Drive, Mail Station 8485 Los Angeles, California

2 LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS The Loyola Marymount University (LMU) announces the availability of fellowships for in psychology at LMU s Student Psychological Services (SPS). This 9-month + 2 week Fellowship is designed to meet the licensure requirements in Psychology for supervised Post-Doctoral professional experience as defined by the California Code of Regulations. This includes a minimum of 1500 hours of supervised professional experience. Fellows accrue the full 1500 hours at LMU, which usually takes approximately nine months of full-time work, up to 44 hours per week. SPS is a collegial, supportive environment in which to refine clinical, administrative, and consultative skills. The staff works closely as a team, and Fellows are regarded as important members of our work group. Our training philosophy supports the idea that Post-Doctoral Fellows learn most effectively when they are provided opportunities in a structured program, in which they are invited to take initiative and to function with appropriate independence. The Post-Doctoral training year is a chance to focus on the further acquisition of skills and knowledge that will lead to licensure and assure a solid beginning as a competent, ethical, professional psychologist. The treatment philosophy at Student Psychological Services is to provide psychotherapeutic and consultation support services to students to enhance their academic functioning and maximize their total learning and growth experience at LMU. This emphasis is consistent with the mission of the University, the resources available to Student Psychological Services, the population being served, and the availability of mental health services in the community. Post-Doctoral Fellows work closely with their Supervisors and the Training Coordinator to determine which cases will best fit with and enhance their training experience. Our approach to treatment is integrative and we promote the use of interventions that are based on empirically supported treatments. We encourage Fellows to think broadly about their clinical work and to draw from knowledge in developmental psychology, psychopathology, neuropsychology, multi-cultural psychology, learning theory, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic approaches. SKILL DEVELOPMENT A primary goal of the Post-Doctoral Fellowship training program is the refinement of applied professional skills through supervised practice, modeling, seminars, assigned readings, and collegial interaction. Achieving knowledge and skills in the following areas are expected. These areas include ethics, laws, diagnosis, treatment planning and interventions, including crisis evaluation, psychological assessment as needed, understanding multi-cultural differences, and consultation and education. By the end of the Post-Doctoral year, Fellows are expected to have achieved a level of competence that will prepare them for licensure and independent practice as a psychologist. Fellows are also required to demonstrate skills in independent scholarship by completing assigned readings and pursuing on their own additional relevant readings and educational experience throughout the Fellowship year. Fellows are expected to actively participate in all aspects of the training program. Competence commensurate with Post-Doctoral entry level is expected in each of these skills areas, and the achievement of these competencies is the standard for successful completion of the program. Below are a few examples of the level of competency expected of Fellows by the end of the training year. Fellows are expected to have knowledge of laws and ethics and to show the ability and willingness to

3 apply them consistently and with good judgment in their clinical practice. A working familiarity with pertinent California laws and with APA ethical guidelines should be readily apparent by the end of the year. Fellows will have the ability to assess and treat most cases with independence by the completion of training. Fellows will write progress notes and written treatment plans if necessary, that evaluate presenting problems and symptoms, and relate them to goals and interventions for a wide variety of presenting problems. Fellows will demonstrate competence in consultation and education and will present themselves in a professional manner to faculty and staff members as well as students. Fellows will be expected to participate in and show initiative in developing outreach, consultation and educational activities on campus. Fellows will have the opportunity to provide supervision to students as a part of the newly developed Peer Educator Program. Within this program, students are trained to provide outreach to the LMU campus on the topic of healthy and unhealthy relationships as well as sexual assault. As supervisors, fellows will participate in the beginning of the year training and will provide bi-weekly supervision to the Peer Educators group. Additional responsibilities include helping the Peer Educators make appropriate contacts on campus and assisting them in designing and executing events. Fellows are expected to participate in any basic psychological testing that may arise in the course of supporting a treatment. LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY Loyola Marymount University (LMU) is steeped in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions of dedication to academic excellence and the total development of the student. Loyola Marymount was recently ranked in the top three regional universities in the Western United States, receiving high marks in academic reputation and faculty resources. LMU includes five colleges: Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts, College of Business Administration, College of Communication and Fine Arts, College of Science and Engineering, and School of Film and Television. The Graduate Division includes the School of Education and Loyola Law School. Located in West Los Angeles on a bluff overlooking Marina del Rey, the campus is in a quiet residential area and has open space and panoramic views. The Law School is located in downtown Los Angeles. Loyola Marymount has an enrollment of approximately 5700 undergraduate students, 1900 graduate students and 1300 law students. It offers a Doctorate in Education, thirty Master s degrees and has fifteen credential programs. There is a rich cultural life at the University, including the performing and fine arts as well as NCAA Division I athletics. LMU STUDENT PROFILE The undergraduate and graduate student body is recruited largely from Southern California and the Western United States, but has students from all 50 states and more than 70 foreign countries. In fall 2011, our undergraduate student population consisted of students identified as 53% Caucasian, 19% Latino, 21% Asian/Pacific, 9% African American, 1% American Indian/Alaskan Native, 7% Multi-race. Approximately 250 international students attend the university, from countries such as Indonesia, Mexico, the Philippines, Canada, India, and South Korea. Almost 3,210 undergraduate students live in university housing. Graduate students primarily live off campus, and complete their programs on either a full or part time basis.

4 TRAINING MODEL Because Fellows are at different levels of skill development and vary somewhat in their focus of interests, our model utilizes an individualized approach in reaching a training agreement with each Fellow. A written agreement between the Fellow and Training Coordinator will be developed, which specifies the basic skills and professional conduct required as well as additional goals the Fellow wishes to achieve. The training agreement serves as a reference point for periodic evaluation and planning. It can be modified as long as the Fellow is progressing satisfactorily in achieving the basic requirements. FEEDBACK AND EVALUATIONS Evaluation is primarily a feedback process that helps guide the Fellows training. It is offered in a supportive, interactive atmosphere. Feedback regarding professional development is continuous and occur as an integral part of supervision. In addition, Fellows will receive written evaluations from primary supervisor in December and May. Fellows are expected to review their written evaluations with supervisors, and provide input into the evaluation process. In the unusual instances in which a Fellow is not making satisfactory progress toward a successful completion of the training year, due process policies exist. There are also written University policies that assure Fellows that any complaints they may have regarding the training year will receive a fair hearing. Fellows will also be asked to provide written evaluations and feedback to their supervisors in December and May, as well as an evaluation of the training program. The Coordinator of Training will review the latter document with each Fellow independently. DESCRIPTION OF TRAINING YEAR Content The Post-Doctoral Fellowship is a minimum of 1500 hours to be completed within a nine-month, two week period. Post-Doctoral Fellows can work up to 44 hours per week. Clinical training involves the evaluation, treatment and referral of our undergraduate and graduate students. There are extensive opportunities to work with both male and female late adolescents and young adults and to a lesser extent with adults of other ages. There are rich opportunities to treat a very diverse clientele in terms of ethnicity, culture, and socioeconomic background. The clientele presents with a wide range of problems including adjustment difficulties, relationship concerns, major affective disorders, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and often present in psychological crisis. Learning disabilities, substance abuse problems, and other disorders are also present. The clinical caseload is generally hours per week and includes intake/assessment, crisis management, individual and group psychotherapy. It is expected that Fellows take advantage of the many opportunities to participate in campus outreach and education. The remaining hours per week are spent in supervision, outreach, case consultation, staff meetings, seminars, and completing documentation. Supervision Each week the Fellows receive at least two hours of individual supervision and two to three hours of group supervision as part of their clinical training. Fellows are assigned individual supervisors with whom they meet weekly, but they are also encouraged to receive supervision and consultation from other Student Psychological Services staff. All supervisors provide a supportive, comfortable learning situation that is intended to treat the Fellows with respect and to encourage self- confidence and openness.

5 Outreach Fellows have a variety of opportunities to participate in outreach programming throughout the campus, and work closely with the SPS staff to develop and deliver programming to students, faculty and/or staff. Fellows are expected to cultivate their interests via the outreach program, and are encouraged to seek out relationships with other campus offices. Case Consultation There is a weekly case consultation with the SPS staff. This is an opportunity to present cases, listen to other staff member s cases and to participate in case conceptualization, intervention, and treatment planning. A monthly case conference to include a consulting psychiatrist and Student Health staff offers a multi-disciplinary experience in a team approach including a psychiatrist, a rotating resident intern, and nurse practitioners. Cases of mutual interest and concern are discussed as well as general issues that overlap psychology and medicine. There is an emphasis on collaboration to provide preventive education on campus, and throughout the year interns will have opportunities to participate in campus outreach and education projects such as alcohol and substance abuse awareness, eating disorders and date rape prevention. Staff Meetings SPS staff meets on a weekly basis for an all staff meeting. Fellows are expected to attend and participate in these meetings throughout the training year. Seminars Fellows participate in several seminar and didactic experiences throughout the year. The number of hours varies. Didactics generally focus on relevant research on clinical issues in treating our clientele, including current legal and ethical issues. Didactic experiences focus on emerging issues in treating a college population as well as developments in the field of psychology. Outside speakers are invited, and reading material pertinent to the presented topics is provided. BENEFITS Fellows will receive a stipend of $28, for 9 months + 2 week. Health and dental coverage, 5 days paid sick time, University paid holidays, and other University benefits are included. A University staff identification card is issued to Fellows which gives access to a number of University facilities and activities, parking structures, and a discount at the LMU Student store. DURATION OF PROGRAM The Post-Doctoral Fellowship begins in mid-august, 2013 and concludes in mid-may, The University closes for the winter holidays between December 24, 2013 and December 31, 2013.

6 STAFF Kristin Linden, PhD Director California School of Professional Psychology Los Angeles Tracy D. Shaw, PhD Assistant Director/Training Coordinator Southern Illinois University - Carbondale J. Michael Doyle, PhD University of Southern California Mimi Hoang, PhD California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant Jonathan Sack, PhD California School of Professional Psychology Los Angeles Jeffrey Schnell, PhD University of California Santa Barbara Hung Tran, PsyD Pacific University, School of Professional Psychology Anna Lock, PsyD Pepperdine University Catherine Hsieh, PhD Post-Doctoral Fellow University of Missouri Columbia Megan Phillips, PsyD Post-Doctoral Fellow Pacific University Deborah Schleicher, PsyD Post-Doctoral Fellow California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant Angie Perez Full-Time Administrative Assistant Alan Reyes Part-Time Administrative Assistant

7 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Requirements: Applicants must have completed all doctoral degree requirements from an APA accredited graduate program in clinical or counseling psychology prior to the beginning of the Fellowship. This includes the completion of a pre-doctoral internship that at a minimum meets APPIC standards. Prior experience in university psychological services is desirable, but it is not required. Date of application: The applications deadline is January 11, Interviews will be offered to applicants who pass our initial screening. Offers will be made upon the completion of our interview process. Candidates offered a position may either accept immediately, or take up to 30 minutes to hold the offer and reach a decision. Once all positions have been filled, we will notify applicants who were interviewed. Please complete the application through Human Resources at the following link: Please attach the following to the online application: 1. A cover letter addressing the following questions: a. What are your goals for your post-doctoral training year? b. Why have you selected LMU as a potential site? c. How would you describe the constructs you find most useful in case conceptualization and treatment planning? d. What is your experience with crisis intervention? e. How would you describe yourself as a supervisee and co-worker? f. What are your professional goals? 2. A current curriculum vitae. 3. Provide three letters of recommendation from sources familiar with your clinical skills and academic background. Two of the letters must be from your clinical supervisors within the last year. 4. Please include a confirmation from your graduate department that you have (or are expected to have) completed all requirements for the doctoral degree prior to the beginning of our post-doctoral fellowship, including completion of your dissertation. 5. Graduate transcripts. (Official transcripts are not necessary. Copies are acceptable.) 6. Please complete the enclosed APPIC Professional Conduct Form. Thank you for your time and effort in applying to the LMU Student Psychological Services Post-Doctoral Fellowship. We look forward to giving your materials our most serious consideration. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Tracy D. Shaw, Assistant Director/Training Coordinator at

8 PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT FORM Please answer ALL of the following questions with YES or NO : (If yes, please elaborate). 1.) Has disciplinary action, in writing, of any sort ever been taken against you by a supervisor, educational or training institution, health care institution, professional association or licensing / certification board? 2.) Are there any complaints currently pending against you before any of the above bodies? 3.) Has there ever been a decision in a civil suit rendered against you relative to your professional work, or is any such action pending? 4.) Have you ever been suspended, terminated, or asked to resign by a graduate or internship training program, practicum site, or employer? 5.) Have you ever reneged on an APPIC internship match agreement (i.e., refused to attend or left an internship program that you obtained through the APPIC match or clearinghouse) without prior approval from APPIC and/or the internship site? 6.) Have you ever, in your lifetime, been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation? 7.) Have you ever, in your lifetime, been convicted of a felony? Signature: Date: