The University of California at Los Angeles announces the availability of two post-doctoral Fellowships for 2008-2009 in Psychology at UCLA’s Student Psychological Services (SPS). This 10-month full-time Fellowship will provide advanced clinical training and supervision with a focus on brief therapy in a multidisciplinary, multicultural university counseling center. The Fellowship begins September 2 2008 and ends June 30 2009.

Responsibilities include intake assessment, crisis intervention, individual, couples and group psychotherapy, supervision of practicum students, workshops and groups for the campus community. Other responsibilities may be added. Fellows are encouraged to develop areas of additional specialization and outreach in consultation with Director of Training. In addition, post-doctoral Fellows will function with a special emphasis in the areas of eating disorders/health psychology, and alcohol/substance abuse.

Required qualifications: Applicants must have completed an APA-accredited internship and possess a doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program by the start date of the Fellowship (September 2, 2008). Applicants must also possess demonstrated interest and ample experience working with diverse multicultural college student populations, and advanced clinical experience in either eating disorders and/or alcohol and substance abuse. The full time Fellowship has a stipend of $30,000 and lasts 10 months. For purposes of licensure, it is expected that the Fellows will accrue 1,572 hours of supervised professional experience by the completion of the training year. The Fellowship will include medical benefits (excluding dental and vision benefits). Pursuant to University of California policies, this Fellowship requires a background check prior to the start date. Please visit www.sps.ucla.edu for more information about UCLA SPS.

About UCLA: The University of California at Los Angeles is nestled at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by an impressive array of cultural, entertainment and recreational opportunities. Established in 1919 as the second campus of the University of California system, the University enjoys an international reputation for academic excellence. The campus is consistently ranked among the top ten public institutions and research universities in the United States. UCLA's student population is among the most diverse in the world, drawn from all fifty states and more than 92 countries. More than half of the approximately 36,000 students identify themselves as members of cultural or ethnic minorities. Now ranked among the top five research libraries in North America, the UCLA library system consists of 13 separate branches, and has more than 6 million volumes. The largest location, the University Research Library, focuses on the special needs of graduate students and faculty. UCLA has also distinguished itself as a leader in the visual and performing arts. Considered a mecca for local, national and international artists, the UCLA Center for the Performing Arts stages more than 200 public events annually. The Mathias Botanical Gardens, the Carter Japanese Gardens, UCLA at the Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center, the Geffen Playhouse, the Fowler Museum of Cultural History, the Murphy Sculpture Garden, the Grunwald Center for the Graphic Arts and the Wight Art Gallery all contribute to an enriching environment for students and visitors. In addition, UCLA has a long tradition of excellence in athletics and has gained recognition for its strong combination of academics and athletics.

Application Procedures: Please send the following materials by February 28, 2008:

1. A cover letter indicating your specific interest in the UCLA SPS Fellowship.
2. A current curriculum vita, including the anticipated date of your graduation.
3. Three letters of recommendation from sources familiar with your clinical skills and academic background. One of these must be from the Director of Training or the Director of your internship site.

Materials must be submitted via email to our training application coordinator Ms. Deb Sriberg: dsriberg@sps.ucla.edu. Letters of reference should be sent via email to Ms. Sriberg under separate cover, and include the referrer’s phone number. Applicants will be notified between March 1-15 regarding their candidacy.