Postdoctoral FellowThe postdoctoral fellow will conduct child, adolescent, and family psychological assessments, provide evidence-based psychotherapy, and coordinate treatment within a multidisciplinary environment, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. This is a training position and is not expected to be a permanent position. Scope: Institution-wide
Essential Job Functions:- Conduct psychological assessments and develop psychological treatment plans
- Carry out evidence-based psychotherapy visits with youth and families
- Complete clinical documentation for all services provided
- Respond effectively to direction and feedback provided by clinical supervisors
- Communicate with other members of the treatment team to coordinate care
- Performs related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of an APA-accredited PhD program with degree conferred prior to fellow start date. Completion of an APA-approved internship in child and adolescent clinical/counseling or pediatric psychology.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- 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 interaction with medical students, residents, and fellows
Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Equal Employment OpportunityUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
