University
Florida International University
Department
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Salary Range
$34300
Position Description
One full-time (40 hours/week) one-year Postdoctoral Fellow position is available for the
2016-2017 academic year. The position is based at the main FIU campus where the
Fellow will provide individual, group, and couples therapy and crisis intervention
services to enrolled FIU students. CAPS offers time-limited, focused psychotherapy with
individualized treatment plans reflecting cultural and developmental client needs. The
Fellow presents outreach workshops and offers consultation to various university
departments, including Residence Life. The Fellow also participates in a specialty track
Psychological Assessment training experience including provision of Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder and psychoeducational evaluations screenings and integrated
psychological assessments for University students.
The training philosophy emphasizes treatment within a matrix of cultural differences.
The professional staff is comprised of 10 full-time licensed psychologists from diverse
ethnic and cultural backgrounds who maintain a wide spectrum of theoretical and
psychotherapeutic approaches as well as full and part time staff from a variety of mental
health fields. Counseling and Psychological Services is a member of the Association of
Psychology Post-Doctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) and is accredited by the
International Association of Counseling Services (IACS). All professional activities and
services are governed by Florida State Statutes and adhere to the American
Psychological Association Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct.
Minimum Qualifications
The Post-Doctoral Fellow must have completed a doctoral degree in clinical or
counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working with multicultural populations, psychological assessment
experience, and experience working with eating disorders.
University Description
Florida International University is an urban, multicultural, multiethnic academic
institution with more than 46,000 students. FIU is a majority minority institution; 10% of
our students are international. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is a
department within the Division of Student Affairs. It operates at two locations, the
Modesto A. Maidique Campus and the Biscayne Bay Campus, and is funded by the
Student Health Fee. CAPS’ goal is to support the University’s academic mission by
enhancing the social development and emotional well-being of students. CAPS also
houses an APA accredited pre-doctoral internship program and a practicum training
program. Please view www.fiu.edu and www.caps.fiu.edu for more details.
Region Description
Florida International University is located in Miami, Florida. Miami is a beautiful city
famous for its tropical and cosmopolitan ambiance and is considered the gateway to the
Caribbean and Latin American world. Citizens of Miami are very diverse in culture and
background. Miami is situated in south Florida in a large metropolitan area with access
to major tourist activities and beautiful beaches. It is close in proximity to other major
population centers such as Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando, and the Florida Keys are a
short drive away.
Required Application Materials
Applications begin being reviewed immediately and will continue until the
position is filled. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with
consideration given as applications are received. Please send all application
materials to pkirpala@fiu.edu with:
1. A letter of interest/cover letter
2. A completed postdoc application (found at
http://counselingservices.fiu.edu/index.php/training/) including 2 short-answer
responses to the following questions using 500 or fewer words for each and an
assessment report:
i.
Please provide a personal statement.
ii.
Please describe your experience and training in work with diverse
populations. Please include in your discussion the manner in which
awareness of multicultural/diversity issues influences your clinical practice
and case conceptualization.
iii.
Please provide a de-identified comprehensive integrated psychological
assessment report.
3. A current CV with names and contact information for references
4. 3 letters of recommendation in electronic form
5. A scanned unofficial graduate school transcript (originals will be required upon
granting of an interview)
Criteria for Selection and Selection Process The Post-Doctoral Fellow must have
completed a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APAaccredited program. Only complete applications received by time of review are
considered for interview. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as applications are
received. Any questions regarding the Fellowship or application process should be
directed to Priya Kirpalani, Psy.D., CGP, by calling (305) 348-2277 or via e-mail:
pkirpala@fiu.edu.
Florida International University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The FIU non-discriminatory and equal opportunity policies are enforced in the selection
process. The Counseling and Psychological Services reserves the right to interview and
select the most appropriate candidates for the positions available. The information
presented here is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. Please see
our website for application and detailed brochure.
Application Deadline
Rolling admission; review begins immediately; offers will be made after March 7th, 2016
Starting Date
August 1st, 2016
Send Applications To:
Priya Kirpalani, Psy.D., CGP
pkirpala@fiu.edu
Mailing Address
Florida International University
Counseling and Psychological Services Center
Attn: Dr. Priya Kirpalani
11200 SW 8th Street
MMC SHC 270
Miami, Florida 33199
Phone Number
(305) 348-2277
Email Address
pkirpala@fiu.edu
Web Address
http://www.caps.fiu.edu