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Thriving Center Of Psychology

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Brown University

The Clinical Psychology Associate (Post-Doc), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, provides diagnostic assessment, crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, and referrals to students in ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Psychology Post Doc, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Psychology Post Doc, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, strong research skills, and expertise in statistical analysis. Familiarity with software tools such as SPSS, R, or MATLAB and experience with IRB protocols and academic publishing are typically required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills help you effectively share findings and work within multidisciplinary teams. These abilities are crucial for advancing research, contributing to scholarly knowledge, and preparing for independent academic or clinical careers.

What are Psychology Post Docs?

Psychology Post Docs are individuals who have completed their doctoral degree in psychology and are engaged in postdoctoral training or research. These positions allow recent PhD graduates to gain specialized experience, conduct independent research, and further develop their professional skills under the guidance of a mentor. Postdoctoral positions in psychology are often a stepping stone to academic, clinical, or research careers. They typically last from one to three years and may focus on areas such as clinical practice, neuropsychology, or experimental psychology.

What are some common challenges faced by Psychology Post Docs during the transition from graduate student to independent researcher?

Psychology Post Docs often encounter challenges such as balancing multiple research projects, securing funding, and adjusting to increased expectations for independent work. While graduate programs provide structured guidance, postdoctoral roles require greater self-direction and initiative, particularly in publishing research and building professional networks. Collaborating effectively with principal investigators and other lab members is essential, as is developing time management skills to handle teaching, mentoring, and research responsibilities. These challenges are common stepping stones toward establishing a successful academic or clinical career.
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Post Doctoral Fellowship - Clinical Psychology (PhD / PsyD); Geriatric and Dementia focused

Post Doctoral Fellowship - Clinical Psychology (PhD / PsyD); Geriatric and Dementia focused

GuideStar Eldercare

Lafayette, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

$10,000 sign on/retention bonus!
GuideStar Eldercare is offering a multi-dimensional, outpatient geriatric psychology post-doctoral fellowship in which Fellows (PhD / PsyD) will work alongside licensed psychologists in providing on-location behavioral health and neuro-cognitive services to residents of long term care facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to work with an atypical geropsychiatric population as the majority of our patients are diagnosed with Major Neurocognitive Disorder due to all types of dementia etiologies. Fellows will rotate between and through a wide range of care settings, including:

- Assisted Living
- Skilled Short-Term Rehabilitation
- Long-Term Skilled Nursing
- Secure Dementia/Memory Care units specifically dedicated to residents with late stage dementia.

This Post-Doctoral year will significantly expand your knowledge base in the growing area of geriatric psychological and neuropsychiatric care. Our supervisory staff are dedicated to making this fellowship year a great experience.

What you will do:
- Provide evaluation 
- Establish different diagnosis, i.e. Alzheimer's vs. Parkinson's vs. Vascular 
Cognitive Assessment 
- Provide condition-specific support therapy, or when indicated, insight-based therapy
- Coordinate the patient's care plan with the facility, PCP and GuideStar colleagues, and to engage with the family as indicated.
Fellows who thrive here are:
  • Flexible and willing to accept challenges of our atypical population not found in any other setting
  • Those with geriatric, health psychology, and/or neuropsychology interest
  • Interested in exposure to working in medical and behavioral health settings
Benefits:
  • Elective Medical/Dental/Vision plans and short/long-term disability (paid by Post Doc)
  • 401(k) plan upon first available enrollment date
  • GuideStar provided medical malpractice insurance
  • Four (4) workdays of paid time off to prepare for EPPP exam
  • $750 tuition reimbursement if Post Doc elects to participate in the EPPP 4-day workshop
  • Two (2) weeks (14 days) of paid time off
  • Seven (7) paid holidays
  • Relocation reimbursement plan
What you will experience:
  • Psychotherapy and neurocognitive testing experiences with diverse geriatric population.
  • Benefit of working in a multidisciplinary team with GuideStar Nurse Practitioners and Licensed Clinical Social Workers.
  • Working with the full team of staff at our partner facilities.
  • Hands-on contribution to our mission of providing the best quality care in the twilight of our patients' lives.
Additional information:
  • Research time in this fellowship is less than 25%.
  • Recognized specialty: Gero-Psychology.
  • Emphasis: Health Psychology and Neurocognitive Disorders
  • Timeframe: 12-month period 
  • Location: opportunities available in Indiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Ohio
All GuideStar employees must be vaccinated against the flu. GuideStar follows all applicable laws; contact [email protected] for more information. Testing for illegal drugs will be administered to all final candidates for whom an offer of employment has been extended.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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