$50.50K - $68.50K/yr
Full-time
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Job description
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology
Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is accepting applications for a post-doctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology for the 2026-2027 training year. The position provides the opportunity for enhancement of the fellow's clinical, supervisory and administrative skills. The fellowship carries a competitive stipend of $60,000.00 with full benefits. The start date for the position is summer or fall of 2026. The post-doctoral fellow will be actively involved in the supervision of pre-doctoral practicum students, as well as in program development and administration. In addition, the fellow will engage in direct delivery of psychotherapy and diagnostic services across the continuum of care, including our inpatients and partial hospitalization program.
About Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital: Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is an 88-bed psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing quality behavioral health service for its diverse population of children and adolescents. Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is a state-of-the-art facility offering some of the most advanced technologies and programs found in the behavioral health field. We are dedicated to our teamwork approach and provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment, as well as offering a continuum of specialty programs throughout our inpatient and partial services. Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is owned by Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the largest and most respected hospital management companies in the nation.
Specialized Programs: Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital has specialized programs the post-doctoral fellow will take part in including:
- The POLARIS program: Polaris is a first-of-its-kind, inpatient psychiatric unit (19-bed) for sexual and gender minority youth (ages 12 to 17). Polaris provides a place where gender and sexual minority adolescents can receive affirming psychiatric care and help addressing identity.
- The Worthy Program: The Worthy Program is an acute inpatient program at Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital for adolescents who are at risk of being sex trafficked or have experienced it. This specialized program provides an accepting, judgement-free environment to help young patients heal from psychological traumas related to sex-trafficking.
To Apply: Applicants should submit the following materials: Letter of interest Curriculum vitae Three letters of recommendation (at least one should be from an internship supervisor) Transcript Diagnostic report sample Please submit all application materials electronically.
Qualifications Requirements: Applicants must have completed a minimum of a 2,000 hour internship in clinical psychology, and have been awarded their doctoral degree by the start date. Applicants should possess strong diagnostic and therapy skills. They should also demonstrate leadership qualities, strong verbal and writing skills, and the ability to work independently. Applicants should have a vested interest in furthering their clinical, supervisory, and administrative skills.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Post Doctoral Fellow?
A: To succeed as a Postdoctoral Fellow, one should possess strong technical skills in their specific field of research, including expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing. Additionally, essential soft skills include excellent communication and collaboration abilities, as well as adaptability, time management, and leadership skills to effectively manage projects and mentor junior researchers. These strengths enable Postdoctoral Fellows to make significant contributions to their research field, build a strong professional network, and lay the foundation for a successful academic or industry career.
Q: What is the career path for a Post Doctoral Fellow?
A: A Post Doctoral Fellow typically progresses through a career path that begins with entry-level roles such as Research Scientist or Laboratory Manager, where they apply their expertise to conduct research and develop new skills. Mid-level roles, such as Senior Research Scientist or Program Manager, involve leading research projects, mentoring junior colleagues, and contributing to strategic planning, while senior roles like Department Head or Director of Research involve overseeing large-scale research initiatives and managing teams. Throughout their career, Post Doctoral Fellows can develop key skills in research design, project management, leadership, and communication, which can lead to long-term career prospects in academia, industry, or government, including roles such as Professor, Research Director, or Science Policy Advisor.
