Cook County Health and Hospitals
DIRECTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT TRAINING - PSYCHIATRY
Cook County Health and Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Posting
:
Oct 1, 2024, 10:28:09 AM
Closing Date
:
Oct 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
Full-time
Collective Bargaining Unit
:
NONE
Posting Salary
:
COMPETITIVE SALARY
Organization
:
Health and Hospital Systems
LOCATION:
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
DEPARTMENT:
Psychiatry
Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to
the following email address :
MDRecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you
must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email .
An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online
application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV.
Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
Position Summary
The Director of Psychology Student Training (Director) provides strategic direction, leadership, operational planning, and supervisory oversight for the training of all psychology students in the Cook County Health (CCH), Ambulatory & Community Health Network (ACHN) clinical sites and hospital settings. This Director is responsible for the development and maintenance of psychology training programs remaining in compliance with academic guidelines, professional regulations, and ethical standards.
The Director provides outpatient psychological services in Adult and/or Pediatric Psychiatry clinic settings, including initial intake evaluations, follow-up individual and family therapy, psychological testing and consultation liaison services to the medical inpatient units.
The Director reports directly to the Chief Psychologist and the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry
Typical Duties
* Leads and manages day-to-day operations and strategic development for psychology student training program
*
Identifies, develops, implements, and evaluates process and performance improvement plans related to the provision of student training
* Provides supervision for psychology staff throughout the training of psychology students
* Maintains an active clinical load of 70% and 30% administrative responsibilities
* Participates in the candidate review, candidate interview, onboarding, and orientation activities for all psychology student candidates
* Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with regional APA-accredited academic institutions that offer doctoral degrees in clinical and/or counseling psychology
* Applies for accreditation and maintains standards of accreditation in training psychology students when required
* Develops established benchmarks for quality and performance in collaboration with operational leaders
* Works in collaboration with the Chief Psychologist, other clinical practice leaders, behavior health staff and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to ensure quality training experiences for students while assuring quality standards of excellence for patient care provided by students in training
* Develops and manages student training policies, procedures and training as required to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
* Evaluates student performance and conducts corrective action, as appropriate.
* Oversees and ensures staff competency validation and education are current and appropriate to participate in student training supervision
* Tracks clinical performance indicators of trainees and develops action plans when required
*
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
*
Doctoral degree in Clinical and/or Counseling Psychology from an accredited college or university
* Completion of a Pre-doctoral Psychology internship training program from an APA accredited internship program
* Licensed Psychologist in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment
* Five (5) years of clinical psychology experience
* Three (3) years of experience providing clinical supervision to psychology students
Preferred Qualifications
*
Prior work or training experience for one year or more in a medical hospital
* Prior experience directing a clinical or training program
* Familiarity in training requirements for psychology students
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
*
Knowledge and expertise in clinical supervision
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
* Analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/ resolution skills
* Ability to multi-task and be effective and efficient in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
* Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices
* Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
* Ability to provide clear and concise documentation regarding patient care as well as student performance and to maintain this information in a confidential manner.
*
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all staff, trainees, and patients
BENEFITS PACKAGE
*
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
*
Basic Term Life Insurance
*
Pension Plan
*
Deferred Compensation Program
*
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
VETERAN PREFERENCE
PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran
must :
*
Meetthe minimum qualifications for the position.
*
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
*
Attach a copy of their
DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22
(Notice of Separation at time of application filing.Please note:If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date.Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).
Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status.Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a
valid State ID Card or Driver's License
which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents bust be presented at time of interview.
Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois MD license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate's start date
COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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:
Oct 1, 2024, 10:28:09 AM
Closing Date
:
Oct 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
Full-time
Collective Bargaining Unit
:
NONE
Posting Salary
:
COMPETITIVE SALARY
Organization
:
Health and Hospital Systems
LOCATION:
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
DEPARTMENT:
Psychiatry
Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to
the following email address :
MDRecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you
must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email .
An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online
application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV.
Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
Position Summary
The Director of Psychology Student Training (Director) provides strategic direction, leadership, operational planning, and supervisory oversight for the training of all psychology students in the Cook County Health (CCH), Ambulatory & Community Health Network (ACHN) clinical sites and hospital settings. This Director is responsible for the development and maintenance of psychology training programs remaining in compliance with academic guidelines, professional regulations, and ethical standards.
The Director provides outpatient psychological services in Adult and/or Pediatric Psychiatry clinic settings, including initial intake evaluations, follow-up individual and family therapy, psychological testing and consultation liaison services to the medical inpatient units.
The Director reports directly to the Chief Psychologist and the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry
Typical Duties
* Leads and manages day-to-day operations and strategic development for psychology student training program
*
Identifies, develops, implements, and evaluates process and performance improvement plans related to the provision of student training
* Provides supervision for psychology staff throughout the training of psychology students
* Maintains an active clinical load of 70% and 30% administrative responsibilities
* Participates in the candidate review, candidate interview, onboarding, and orientation activities for all psychology student candidates
* Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with regional APA-accredited academic institutions that offer doctoral degrees in clinical and/or counseling psychology
* Applies for accreditation and maintains standards of accreditation in training psychology students when required
* Develops established benchmarks for quality and performance in collaboration with operational leaders
* Works in collaboration with the Chief Psychologist, other clinical practice leaders, behavior health staff and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to ensure quality training experiences for students while assuring quality standards of excellence for patient care provided by students in training
* Develops and manages student training policies, procedures and training as required to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
* Evaluates student performance and conducts corrective action, as appropriate.
* Oversees and ensures staff competency validation and education are current and appropriate to participate in student training supervision
* Tracks clinical performance indicators of trainees and develops action plans when required
*
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
*
Doctoral degree in Clinical and/or Counseling Psychology from an accredited college or university
* Completion of a Pre-doctoral Psychology internship training program from an APA accredited internship program
* Licensed Psychologist in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment
* Five (5) years of clinical psychology experience
* Three (3) years of experience providing clinical supervision to psychology students
Preferred Qualifications
*
Prior work or training experience for one year or more in a medical hospital
* Prior experience directing a clinical or training program
* Familiarity in training requirements for psychology students
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
*
Knowledge and expertise in clinical supervision
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
* Analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/ resolution skills
* Ability to multi-task and be effective and efficient in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
* Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices
* Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
* Ability to provide clear and concise documentation regarding patient care as well as student performance and to maintain this information in a confidential manner.
*
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all staff, trainees, and patients
BENEFITS PACKAGE
*
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
*
Basic Term Life Insurance
*
Pension Plan
*
Deferred Compensation Program
*
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
VETERAN PREFERENCE
PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran
must :
*
Meetthe minimum qualifications for the position.
*
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
*
Attach a copy of their
DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22
(Notice of Separation at time of application filing.Please note:If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date.Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).
Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status.Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a
valid State ID Card or Driver's License
which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents bust be presented at time of interview.
Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois MD license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate's start date
COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
00115037#J-18808-Ljbffr