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Career OPPORTUNITIES as Road, Suite 315, Phoenix, AZ 85013, george.prigatano@chw.edu, Fax: (602) 406-6115. CORPORATE/CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST: Leadership Development Worldwide, LLP (LDW) seeks a high impact, business-savvy psychologist to join a growing and dynamic firm. 5+ years’ experience in a consulting firm a must. Some travel required, relocation not necessary. Responsibilities include: high-level account management, pre-hire candidate assessment, individual assessment and coaching with existing clients, leadership development workshops, business development, and supervising less experienced associates. We offer engaging work, challenging clients, and an attractive compensation and benefits package. Accelerated track to partnership possible, particularly for candidates with established client base. If interested, contact: Debra Smitham, Ph.D. at debra.smitham@ldw-w.com. Experienced consultants only. DOCTORAL-LEVEL PSYCHOLOGISTS: Deer Oaks is a leading provider of geropsychology services and has openings in the following states: South Dakota, Iowa, Vermont, Texas, Arkansas, and Missouri. Full-time or part-time doctoral-level psychologists are needed to provide therapy and assessment services to senior adults in nursing homes and assisted living communities in their local areas. Salaries commensurate with experience, and excellent benefits. Send resume and letter of interest to: Jennifer Wilson, Employee Recruiting, at hr1@deeroaks.com or fax to (210) 569-8107; or mail to 7272 Wurzbach Rd., Suite 601, San Antonio, TX 78240. For more details call (210) 378-1926. Visit our website, www.deeroaks.com, for more information. The successful applicants will join a growing Department of Psychology committed to promoting the careers of junior faculty, with 23 full-time, tenure-track faculty members. In addition to a general undergraduate program, the department has a master’s program in applied behavior analysis in developmental disabilities and doctoral programs in clinical psychology (APA-accredited), cognitive and behavioral sciences, and industrial/organizational psychology. For information on the Department of Psychology, see our website at www. auburn.edu/psychology. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, reprints of recent publications or preprints, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation to: Ms. Trixie Langley, Psychology Department, 226 Thach, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5214. Auburn, AL is a university community in a metropolitan area of about 100,000 with an enviable climate, excellent schools, affordable cost of living, and an easy drive to Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, Columbus, GA, and Montgomery, AL. For information on the communities of Auburn and Opelika, you may visit www.auburn chamber.com and www.opelika. org. Auburn University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. the UAA campuses and will work closely with the UAA Program Director for joint governance. All program administration and delivery aspects are done in a collaborative manner between UAF and UAA. UAF is a dynamic and multifaceted university with a diverse student body and strong commitment to teaching, research, and service (http://www.uaf. edu/psych/). It is located in Fairbanks, AK, a small urban center with many amenities, excellent schools, world-class cultural and recreational opportunities, and a relaxed, high quality of life. It is situated between the White Mountains and the Alaska Range and has easy access to national parks and wilderness areas in a spectacular natural environment. To learn more about Alaska, go to http:// www.alaska.com/about/facts/faq/. PSYCHOLOGIST: Seeking Arizona licensed or eligible with three years’ postlicensure experience with children and families to join established group practice in Phoenix, AZ. Competitive compensation and benefits. Fax resume to: AZNY Psychological Services at (602) 439- 0106. ARKANSAS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST: The Psychiatric Research Institute/Department of Psychiatry in the College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), invites applications for director of clinical services. The position will include: business and clinical oversight of five outpatient and community-based programs with 70 mental health clinicians serving children, adolescents, and adults, program development, policy implementation and quality monitoring, direct service, and participation in the APA internship and fellowship training programs. Applicants must have a doctorate in psychology with a completed APA internship and be licensed or license-eligible in Arkansas. Additionally, the applicant must have experience in management of clinical operations. The Department of Psychiatry at UAMS employs more than 90 faculty members, including 15 psychologists, and is committed to developing nationally recognized clinical and research programs. An exciting development in the department is the recently established Psychiatric Research Institute, one of nine Centers of Excellence at UAMS. Little Rock, Arkansas, offers a desirable quality of life with access to affordable housing, quality schools, a variety of cultural activities, and outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation. Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to: Teresa L. Kramer, Ph.D., Chief Psychologist, UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute, 4301 West Markham, Slot 554, Little Rock, AR 72205. UAMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ARIZONA DIRECTOR OF TRAINING, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY: Argosy University, Phoenix (formerly the Arizona School of Professional Psychology), is seeking exceptional applicants for the position of director of training (DOT) in clinical psychology for our APA-accredited clinical psychology doctoral (Psy.D.) program. This position will have primary responsibility in facilitating and helping students find training placements for both diagnostic and treatment practica. Other responsibilities include: the development of new practica sites, ongoing monitoring and evaluation of sites, supervising the Associate Director of Training and related administrative support staff, chairing the clinical training committee, and the advising of students regarding the training site application process. The DOT will also hold a ranked core faculty position with limited teaching and student research oversight responsibilities. The candidates for this position must hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program; and have relevant clinical training, practice and teaching experience. They must be licensed or license-eligible in Arizona. We offer a competitive salary and benefits. The campus is located near central Phoenix and in close proximity to numerous cultural and recreational opportunities. We are committed to racial, cultural, and gender diversity among our faculty and student body. Minority group candidates are strongly urged to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and con tinue until the positions are filled. For additional information, call or e-mail Drs. Butaney or Wechsler at (602) 216-3126. Education Management Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive. ALASKA PROGRAM DIRECTOR: The UAFUAA Ph.D. program in clinical–community psychology (http://psyphd. alaska.edu) is seeking a program director for the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus. This program is a new and innovative clinical program jointly administered and delivered by the departments of psychology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) and University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA). The UAF-UAA Ph.D. program in clinical–community psychology is a scientist-practitioner program in clinical psychology that seeks to educate scholars and clinicians who have strong commitments to research, evaluation, clinical practice, and community-based action, solidly grounded in the cultural psychology with a focus on rural, indigenous issues and an applied emphasis on the integration of research and practice. The program is currently seeking to be APA-accredited. Courses are taught across the two campuses via videoconference, and all program components are delivered by faculty at both campuses. The successful candidate will draw on resources from both the UAF and ALABAMA ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: The Department of Psychology at Auburn University is seeking candidates for a full-time, tenure-track position in applied behavior analysis at the assistant/associate level. The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise master’s-level students in the applied behavior analysis in developmental disabilities M.S. program. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to maintain an active research program. Applicants should hold the BCBA credential and have a Ph.D. in psychology or a related discipline from an accredited institution; experience in intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorders is preferred. Applicants should have a clear record of productivity in behavior analysis. The appointment can begin as early as January 2012, but no later than August 2012. We are committed to increasing faculty and student diversity. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. CALIFORNIA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR—CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, EAST BAY: The Department of Psychology invites applications for an assistant professor, tenure-track position in biopsychology to begin in fall 2012. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in psychology and must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity. Outstanding candidates in all specialty areas of biopsychology are encouraged to apply. Duties include: teaching undergraduate courses in physiological psychology in combination with other classes which might include research methods, introductory psychology, and other courses in the candidate’s 103 SEPTEMBER 2011 • MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY PsycCareers.com http://www.uaf.edu/psych/ http://www.uaf.edu/psych/ http://www.auburn.edu/psychology http://www.auburn.edu/psychology http://www.alaska.com/about/facts/faq/ http://www.alaska.com/about/facts/faq/ http://www.PsycCareers.com http://www.auburnchamber.com http://www.auburnchamber.com http://www.opelika.org http://www.opelika.org http://www.deeroaks.com http://psyphd.alaska.edu http://psyphd.alaska.edu

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - September 2011

Monitor on Psychology - September 2011
Letters
President’s Column
Contents
From the CEO
Supreme Court hears psychologists on prison and video game cases
Antipsychotics are overprescribed in nursing homes
New MCAT likely to recognize the mind-body connection
A $2 million boost for military and families
In Brief
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS UPDATE
On Your Behalf
Judicial Notebook
Random Sample
TIME CAPSULE
QUESTIONNAIRE
Speaking of Education
SCIENCE WATCH
An uncertain future for American workers
Advocating for psychotherapy
PRACTICE PROFILE
ETHICALLY SPEAKING
Seared in our memories
Helping kids cope in an uncertain world
APA and Nickelodeon team up
Muslims in America, post 9/11
Bin Laden’s death
‘They expect us to be there’
Answering the call of public policy
Candidates answer final questions
APA News
Division Spotlight
New leaders
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION
Disaster relief training
Honoring teaching excellence
Personalities

Monitor on Psychology - September 2011