LEAH Psychology Fellow

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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview
Under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, the fellow will have training experiences in the areas of research and clinical training that will help prepare the fellow for a future career in a pediatric healthcare setting or university-based training program. Fellows will work collaboratively with other mental health providers and disciplines within the fields of medicine, education, and community professionals.

What you will do

• Under clinical supervision, the psychology fellow may engage in the following research, clinical and related activities:
• Assessment of patients with a variety of medical, developmental, and mental health disorders.
• Consultation with patients, families, and other professionals within the hospital and other community agencies (e.g., schools, community mental health).
• Psychological treatment of patients and families in order to support internalizing and externalizing disorders, coping with illness, developmental disorders, and school related problems.
• Participate in active research projects including tasks related to subject recruitment, assessment and intervention in the context of research, and assisting with regulatory affairs and participation in human subjects research training.
• Assist with preparation of posters, presentations, and journal articles based on research findings.
• Participate in the development of new research projects and assisting with grant writing
• Umbrella supervision of other psychology clinical and research trainees, such as interns, externs, and research assistants
• Participate in didactics through DCABPS and any other specific program didactic requirements

Education Qualifications

• Doctorate Psychology - Required

Experience Qualifications

• Experience and training in pediatric psychology at the extern or internship level - Required

Skills and Abilities

• Organizational and research skills. Skills in working with community agencies, schools, multidisciplinary teams, and other medical professionals.
• Specific clinical training and skills in pediatric pain management, as well as the application of cognitive-behavioral, biofeedback, and family systems interventions with children and families (Preferred proficiency)

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

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SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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