About the role#
The Clinical Psychology Intern position is a 12-month, full-time training program designed to provide supervised experience in clinical psychology. This role serves as the final year of applied clinical service for doctoral students. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Staff Psychologist, as interns are not privileged to practice independently. The role is based at Coalinga State Hospital.
What you'll do#
- Provide clinical psychological services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
- Develop professional skills in forensic psychology and the treatment of the severely mentally ill.
- Complete written work products, including progress notes, consultation reports, and clinical documentation.
- Adhere to hospital policies, Medical Staff Bylaws, and administrative directives.
- Follow APA ethical guidelines and specialty standards for psychological services.
- Participate in annual health reviews to ensure you are able to perform essential job duties.
- Work various shifts and schedules across different hospital settings as required by operational needs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a doctoral program in clinical psychology at a recognized university or professional school.
- Registration with the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC).
- Registration with the National Matching Services for Psychology Internship placement.
- Ability to pass a drug screening, background investigation, and medical clearance.
- Reachability on an employment list.
Location & details#
- Location: Coalinga, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: 12-month limited term, with the possibility of extension to 24 months or conversion to permanent status.
About State of California
The State of California operates as a government agency based in Sacramento. It employs over 46,000 people to manage public services across the region. The organization focuses on sectors including public health, education, engineering, and policy. It maintains operations in Sacramento to support its administrative and service functions.
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