Doctoral Intern

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Client/Patient Direct Services and Support Services:
* Provision of primary (mental health outreach), secondary, and tertiary counseling services to eligible members of the UGA community within the CAPS scope of service.
* Performs initial consultation evaluations (routine, urgent, and crisis) based on the referring problem.
* Evaluations focus on arriving at a preliminary diagnosis, an integrated treatment plan, or appropriate referral.
* Provide consultation within the legal boundaries of release-of-information.
* Consistent with UHC & CAPS Policy & Procedure manuals, develop idiosyncratic treatment plan based on an investigation of empirically supported treatment options, make appropriate referrals, and accurately document treatment provided.
* Potentially provide clinical supervision for professional students in training.

Training & Clinical Supervision:
* Attend assigned training seminars and participate in clinical supervision for each form of direct services provided.

Professional Development & Peer Consultation:
* Attend staff and other assigned clinical and training meetings/committees.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Administrative Tasks and Meetings:
* Be an active, respectful, and engaged member of CAPS & UHC teams and work groups.
* Actively seek to improve services to eligible members of the UGA community.
* Participate in PI projects.