Universal Psychology Postdoctoral Directory Entry

Iowa State University Student Counseling Services Psychology Fellowship

Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa

This training experience is not an APPIC Member program and is not APA Accredited. Applicants should be aware that this training experience has not undergone a formal external quality review process.

Elements of quality clinically focused postdoctoral training

This training experience is a planned and programmed sequence of training that aims to ensure preparation for advanced practice rather than one that is focused on providing supervised hours for licensure. Not Updated

This training experience ensures that training takes precedence over service delivery regarding the nature, content, volume, and quality of the postdoc’s activities. Not Updated

This training experience ensures that postdocs receive at least two hours of individual supervision per week for the duration oof the experience. Not Updated

This training experience is administered by a doctoral-level licensed psychologist who directs and organizes the training experience and its resources, is responsible for the selection of postdocs, and monitors and evaluates the goals and activities of the experience. Not Updated

This training experience has two or more doctoral-level licensed psychologists who have sufficient time to provide quality supervision and training.   Not Updated

This training experience includes regularly scheduled structured educational activities that help postdocs its defined goals. These activities may include didactics, seminars, case conferences, and/or research activities. Not Updated

This training experience has written Due Process and Grievance procedures. Not Updated

This training experience has the stable and necessary financial (e.g., stipend) and physical resources (e.g., computers, physical space) needed for effective training. Not Updated

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Student Counseling Services at Iowa State University is pleased to offer a Post-Doctoral Fellowship (post-doc) position for the 2024-2025 academic year. SCS is within the Division of Student Affairs. This is a 12-month, 2000-hour, full-time position with a preferred start date of August 1, 2024.This position affords the post-doc the opportunity to work in a dynamic university counseling center that serves a diverse undergraduate and graduate student body. Under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, the post-doc will provide individual, and group therapy from a short-term therapy model, conduct intake evaluations, crisis assessment and intervention, and provide outreach programs and consultation to the campus community.

There are also opportunities for supervision of trainees from a doctoral program in counseling psychology and to pursue concentration areas (for a semester). Potential concentration areas include the following: Diversity, Administration, Eating Disorders, Grief & Loss, Suicide Prevention, Group Therapy, Outreach, Training & Supervision, Trauma-Informed Care and Mind-Body.

The post-doc will attend regularly scheduled team meetings for case disposition and supervision as well as weekly staff meetings and trainings. The post-doc will receive a minimum of 1.5 hours of face-to-face weekly supervision from a licensed psychologist. Also, the post-doc will attend weekly training seminars that include professional development topics, supervision of supervision, and trainings on various clinical issues. Other interests and areas for training during the post-doctoral fellowship are negotiable with the SCS Training Director.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have completed the requirements for a doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology and an APA-accredited doctoral internship by the position start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

The selection committee seeks applicants who are knowledgeable of college student development, interested in working with a diverse university population, and have experience with crisis assessment and intervention. Strong candidates will also have experience with intakes/triage, providing clinical supervision, and facilitating group therapy or workshops.

Department/Program & College Description:

Student Counseling Services (SCS) provides clinical and campus-based services to help students achieve their educational and personal goals. SCS supports the holistic well-being of every Iowa State student and promotes a healthy and inclusive community through clinical services, outreach, consultation, crisis intervention and collaboration with campus partners. SCS has a multi-disciplinary team, a doctoral practicum program, and a thriving group therapy program. SCS has been accredited by IACS since 1966.

COVID-19

Like many counseling centers, SCS modified its services to offer telehealth services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of Spring 2023, SCS continues to offer both in-person and telehealth services to clients, increasing accessibility and supporting students in keeping themselves and others safe. Student Counseling Services' staff, trainees, and clients are encouraged to follow ISU and CDC recommendations regarding masking.

https://www.counseling.iastate.edu/training/post-doctoral-fellowship/

Additional Information

Agency Type: University Counseling Center
APPIC Membership: No
APA Accredited: No
Recognized Specialty: Clinical Psychology
Other Emphasis: Several available (see above)
Research Time: No research time
Training Director: Margaret Cowles, Ph.D., LP
Contact Email: cowles@iastate.edu
Contact Phone: 515-294-5056
Virtual Interviews: Virtual Only
Duration in Months: 12
Hours Per Week: 40
# of Licensed Supervisors: 5
Number of Positions: 2
Applications recieved last year: 9
Stipend: $52901
Will follow APPIC Selection Standards
Estimated offer date: Friday, February 16 2024
Created Date: Monday, March 20 2023
Unfilled Positions: 0
Fringe Benefits: University benefits include health and dental insurance, 24 vacation and 18 sick days, 9 days for University Holidays, 6 days of professional leave and $500 for professional development funds. Professional development leave and funds can be used for job interviews, EPPP, and attending conferences. The postdoc will work alongside senior staff and will have their own furnished counseling office that is equipped with a computer, phone, and video system. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, official transcripts, and the successful completion of a background check.
Additional Comments: Applications can be directly submitted by visiting this page: https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IowaStateJobs/job/Postdoctoral-Fellowship--Student-Counseling-Services_R9962-1
Application Instructions: To apply, please visit: https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IowaStateJobs/job/Postdoctoral-Fellowship--Student-Counseling-Services_R9962-1 Once you visit the website, simply click "Apply" to begin the application process. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) A cover letter that speaks to your experience, interest, and fit with our postdoctoral program, and ways that our program can support your goals and passion areas. 2) Current CV 3) Identify a minimum of two references that can speak to your clinical work, including one from your clinical supervisor from a predoctoral internship If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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