Post-Doctoral Fellow

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Posting Summary

Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00117PO24 USC Market Title Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156385 Business Title (Internal Title) Post-Doctoral Fellow Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department SAAS UHS Health Services Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Schedule

Generally Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, Schedule may be adjusted due to patient volume.

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Health and Human Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Post-doctoral Fellowship provides direct service to students and participates in wellness, health promotion and outreach programming for the university with a specific focus on supporting diverse, historically marginalized, and underrepresented populations. This role supports the Student Health services and Counseling and Psychiatry's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of the student community and providing high quality, multidisciplinary mental health-related services. Post-doctoral residents receive training and supervision to enhance skills and insure competent service delivery.

Required Education and Experience

PhD or PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program, which included a completed Doctoral Internship conferred by start date. Completion of a predoctoral internship program with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience providing assessment and treatment of college students, as well as campus-based consultation and outreach. Demonstrated commitment to and experience providing mental health services to individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds with a range of presenting concerns/diagnoses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong commitment to student accessibility and opportunity and navigating layers of identity experienced by all students including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, ability, religion, class, and nationality.

• Training in identity development, culturally competent service provision, and culturally competent supervision and training.

• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in developing outreach and services for students of color and other diverse communities

• Additionally, a minimum of one year of clinical experience working in a college counseling center (this may include practica, internship or post-doctoral experience) is desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Have exceptional professional competency

• Demonstrated an ability to consult with various Campus partners and the university community, -Demonstrated abilities to engage in critical thinking, to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information, to function as a self-starter, to communicate effectively in written and oral form, to be highly organized.

• Knowledge in identifying patient diagnosis of mental disorders.

• Knowledge of understanding the influence of multicultural dynamics on personal well-being. .

• Knowledge of developmental tasks and problems typically encountered by college students.

• Knowledge to identify and articulate a treatment plan that will lead to problem resolution, stress reduction or alleviation of the diagnosed disorder.

• Knowledge of group counseling theory and ability to teach and consult about group process.

• Knowledge of appropriate ethical and legal standards and regulations.

• Knowledge of the evidenced based practice of psychology.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Provides direct clinical services to graduate and undergraduate students presenting with a broad range of clinical and developmental concerns. Provides crisis intervention and management. Provides brief counseling and psychotherapy with undergraduate and graduate students (individuals and couples) with a broad range of psychological problems, with students who have less accessibility to service.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty

Develops and implements culturally responsive and multiculturally sensitive outreach programs to students. Functions as a community psychologist and a consultant to faculty, staff, residential life staff, and other units on campus regarding collaboration and program development for outreach and training to enhance the mental health and psychological well-being of students and the campus community. Daily 30

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Maintains clinical documentation according to SHS, CAP, and professional standards. Tracks and closes out referrals within SHS & clinical standards.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Participates in clinical teams, staff meetings, and other training opportunities. Provide clinical supervision to trainees as assigned. Receives clinical and administrative supervision.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Other duties as assigned, including Community Based Services under coordination by Assistant Director of CAP.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/09/2024 Position End Date 08/08/2025 Job Open Date 04/12/2024 Job Close Date 06/30/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 30, 2024.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166517 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have at least a PhD or PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program, which included a completed Doctoral Internship conferred by start date?

• Yes

• No

• Have you completed a predoctoral internship program with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience providing assessment and treatment of college students, as well as campus-based consultation and outreach?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a demonstrated commitment to and experience providing mental health services to individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds with a range of presenting concerns/diagnoses?

• Yes

• No

• Have you ever been disciplined or discharged from a position related to a HIPAA regulation? If so, describe the circumstance.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents