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Department Faculty - Associate Director of Clinical Training, Clinical Psycholog
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Associate Director of Clinical Training – Clinical Psychology
Department Faculty – Washington, DC Campus. The Chicago School is a nonprofit professional graduate school focused on psychology and behavioral health science.
About The Chicago School The Chicago School is a minority-majority university with 6,000+ students across 35+ degree programs. The school is committed to creating a diverse pipeline of future professionals who will improve health and well‑being of diverse communities.
Position Summary The Associate Director of Clinical Training serves as a key member of the Clinical Psy.D. program, collaborating with training site supervisors, academic faculty, and the Director of Clinical Training to oversee practicum and internship experiences. This hybrid role includes on‑campus (three days) and remote (two days) work.
Responsibilities
Assist students in site selection and review of application materials for practicum and doctoral internship.
Provide support to students encountering issues related to practicum and internship experience.
Monitor progress of practicum performance, including evaluations, hour logs, and related paperwork.
Track data related to practicum and internship placements.
Advise on and engage in remediation planning for students.
Communicate with academic department about professional development, training concerns, rules, and regulations.
Participate in department‑level strategic planning.
Consult on development and maintenance of coursework pertinent to clinical training.
Teach 4 credits, as assigned by the Clinical Psy.D. Department Chair.
Engage in re‑accreditation efforts.
Interact and communicate successfully with a diverse population.
Maintain ethical behavior and demonstrate ethical decision making related to training concerns.
Develop and maintain a network of practicum sites, including visiting sites and building relationships with site supervisors.
Engage in site visits with existing sites and new sites for development.
Adhere to confidentiality requirements.
Attend Faculty Council, Clinical Psy.D. Department, and DC Directors of Clinical Training meetings.
Assist admissions process through presentations and interviews of candidates.
Assist Director of Clinical Training and Department Chair with licensure data collection and storage.
Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and Director of Clinical Training.
Qualifications
Doctoral‑level, licensed Clinical or Counseling Psychologist from an APA‑accredited doctoral program.
Valid driver’s license and access to a car to visit training sites as needed.
Prior experience with supervision and training of graduate‑level students.
Prior teaching at the graduate level.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Conduct oneself in respectful and ethical manner.
Demonstrate ability to make decisions under pressure and lead others.
Display strong time management skills.
Manage multiple projects with multiple deadlines while meeting expectations.
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
Seek understanding of regulatory changes and their impact on clinical training.
Think critically to identify cost and benefit of alternative approaches.
Communicate ideas effectively in verbal and written format.
Adapt to changing circumstances, needs, and demands.
Maintain knowledge of local and national training and licensing requirements.
Understand and navigate multiple levels of program hierarchies.
Computer proficiency in MS Office.
Compensation & Benefits Base compensation $80,000 – $85,000. The Chicago School offers generous paid time‑off, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 per CDC guidance.
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About The Chicago School The Chicago School is a minority-majority university with 6,000+ students across 35+ degree programs. The school is committed to creating a diverse pipeline of future professionals who will improve health and well‑being of diverse communities.
Position Summary The Associate Director of Clinical Training serves as a key member of the Clinical Psy.D. program, collaborating with training site supervisors, academic faculty, and the Director of Clinical Training to oversee practicum and internship experiences. This hybrid role includes on‑campus (three days) and remote (two days) work.
Responsibilities
Assist students in site selection and review of application materials for practicum and doctoral internship.
Provide support to students encountering issues related to practicum and internship experience.
Monitor progress of practicum performance, including evaluations, hour logs, and related paperwork.
Track data related to practicum and internship placements.
Advise on and engage in remediation planning for students.
Communicate with academic department about professional development, training concerns, rules, and regulations.
Participate in department‑level strategic planning.
Consult on development and maintenance of coursework pertinent to clinical training.
Teach 4 credits, as assigned by the Clinical Psy.D. Department Chair.
Engage in re‑accreditation efforts.
Interact and communicate successfully with a diverse population.
Maintain ethical behavior and demonstrate ethical decision making related to training concerns.
Develop and maintain a network of practicum sites, including visiting sites and building relationships with site supervisors.
Engage in site visits with existing sites and new sites for development.
Adhere to confidentiality requirements.
Attend Faculty Council, Clinical Psy.D. Department, and DC Directors of Clinical Training meetings.
Assist admissions process through presentations and interviews of candidates.
Assist Director of Clinical Training and Department Chair with licensure data collection and storage.
Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and Director of Clinical Training.
Qualifications
Doctoral‑level, licensed Clinical or Counseling Psychologist from an APA‑accredited doctoral program.
Valid driver’s license and access to a car to visit training sites as needed.
Prior experience with supervision and training of graduate‑level students.
Prior teaching at the graduate level.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Conduct oneself in respectful and ethical manner.
Demonstrate ability to make decisions under pressure and lead others.
Display strong time management skills.
Manage multiple projects with multiple deadlines while meeting expectations.
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
Seek understanding of regulatory changes and their impact on clinical training.
Think critically to identify cost and benefit of alternative approaches.
Communicate ideas effectively in verbal and written format.
Adapt to changing circumstances, needs, and demands.
Maintain knowledge of local and national training and licensing requirements.
Understand and navigate multiple levels of program hierarchies.
Computer proficiency in MS Office.
Compensation & Benefits Base compensation $80,000 – $85,000. The Chicago School offers generous paid time‑off, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 per CDC guidance.
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