(Clinical Psychology postdoctoral applicants to either the PSR or PTSD track follow below procedures. Applicants in disciplines other than psychology who wish to apply to the Interprofessional PSR track, follow these general procedures, but see below for additional details*)
Qualifications for Fellowship: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, must have completed requirements for their doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program by start date of the fellowship, and must have completed an APA-accredited clinical internship. Experience within the Veterans Healthcare Administration system is a plus.
Note: Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. CAVHS and its training programs are committed to providing a supportive learning environment, and we actively seek and value diversity among our trainees and staff. We regard diversity as including cultures, values and experiences of trainees and faculty, as well as in theoretical models, research paradigms, and ways of professional practice. The department strives to maintain a collegial and supportive environment where trainees and staff enjoy working together and are valued for individual contributions to the group. A holistic and recovery-oriented approach to service is especially valued in our trainees and faculty.
Application (Psychology): To apply, the following are required:
- Letter of interest that identifies the track(s) to which you are applying, describes how you envision this training would further your professional development as a clinical psychologist, your theoretical orientation, your prior training or exposure to the area(s) of emphasis to which you are applying, and your professional interests
- Current Curriculum Vita that includes a description of your internship rotations and anticipated graduation date
- Graduate transcripts (official copy)
- Letter of reference from your internship director, describing your training, experience, overall performance during your internship and anticipated completion date
- Letter of reference from your dissertation or program chair, describing your progress toward completion of the doctoral degree and anticipated date
- Letter of reference from a supervisor familiar with your work in the special emphasis area(s) for which you are applying, or from another supervisor familiar with your clinical work
Deadline: The application deadline is January 7, 2013. If positions are not filled by March 20, 2013, additional applications will be considered until all positions are filled.
*Application requirements for the Interprofessional PSR fellowship in disciplines other than psychology
- Letter of interest that specifies how you envision this training would further your professional development in your field. Include a description of your prior training, including any exposure to psychosocial rehabilitation or recovery-oriented services, your professional interests, and how your skills would be a good match for this fellowship
- Current Curriculum Vita that includes a description of your internship and any other professional or work experiences and anticipated graduation date
- Graduate transcripts (official copy)
- Letter of reference from your internship director (if applicable), describing your training, experience, overall performance during your internship and anticipated completion date
- Letter of reference from your program chair, describing your progress toward completion of the graduate degree and anticipated date
- Letter of reference from a supervisor familiar with your work in the special emphasis area(s) for which you are applying or another supervisor familiar with your clinical work
- Please send these materials in a single envelope (preferred) marked "PSR Fellowship Application" and specify your discipline.
Deadline: The application deadline for non-psychology applicants is March 2, 2012, but later applications will be considered until all positions are filled if openings remain.
Application materials should be directed to:
J. GLEN WHITE, Ph.D.
Director of Psychology Postdoctoral & Interprofessional Fellowship
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System
2200 Fort Roots Drive (116/NLR)
Building 170, Room 2N-101
North Little Rock, AR 72114
jerry.white4@va.gov or 501-257-3498
Fax: 501-257-3110
(Note: while we prefer to receive application materials together in a single packet, we will also accept portions of the required material separately, as long as all elements are received by deadline. Electronic submissions will also be accepted in most cases. Letters of reference sent via email should be sent from the supervisor's work email address.)
Interviews: In-person interviews will be by invitation only. Specific details about the interview process will be sent to qualified applicants after the completed application is received and reviewed. Interviews, in most cases, are likely to be scheduled around late January or February.
Selection & Notification: Our selection and notification procedures are based on APPIC's Uniform Notification Date with Option for Reciprocal Offer process for postdoctoral fellowships (Wednesday, March 14, 2012, 11am Central Standard Time). Our fellowship training committee will meet in early March to make selections and rank candidates. Applicants who are no longer under consideration for a fellowship position will be notified as soon as possible, usually by email. The final decision concerning extending offers will be made by the Director of Postdoctoral Training. Once selections have been made, those agreeing to accept a position as fellows at CAVHS will be sent a formal letter of selection that will outline procedures for preparing for the start of the fellowship year. Fellowship cannot begin until all requirements for completion of the graduate degree and other requirements are completed, and documentation will be required for this. Selectees will also be subject to pre-employment drug testing, as well as random drug testing during the fellowship, which is routine for any clinical VA position.
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