The
San Diego Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community Center, Inc.,
(d.b.a., The Center) is the nation's second oldest and third largest LGBT
community center. Functioning as the LGBT community's leadership organization,
The Center is led by an 18-member board of directors, employs over 50 paid
staff and utilizes more than 300 community volunteers. Incorporated in 1973 as
a community-based, non-profit, 501(c) (3) agency, The Center has more than
thirty years of experience as a health and human services agency. The Center provides direct services to more
than 13,000 community members each year and through its events, activities and
advocacy, touches the lives of thousands more.
The Center is comprised of three locations and the Behavioral Behavioral Behavioral Health Services facility is the location for several services including HIV and Mental
Behavioral Behavioral Health Services and HIV/STD Testing and Counseling which is provided by the
The Center’s intern training program has existed since 1987. It has been touted by several state and federal
agencies as a national model for leveraging limited resources and providing
both beginning and advanced levels of training to service providers. The training environment provides direct
benefits for both consumers and the larger Behavioral Health Services community. The
utilization of advanced level interns maximizes cost-effectiveness and
increases the amount of services we are able to provide. The continual exposure
to recent theory and research, as well as the optimism and dedication of new staff,
elevate service delivery standards beyond that which many other community-based
agencies can reasonably expect. Further,
The Center provides important training in LGBT and HIV/AIDS service delivery to
our trainees, expanding their professional awareness of the needs of these
consumers and increasing the number of trained professionals available to meet
those needs.
The
part-time internship is a comprehensive, one year position which incorporates
direct service delivery, extensive training on recent theory and research and
opportunities for work with a culturally and diagnostically diverse population
into a model of professional development which assists interns in their
preparation to become independent practitioners of professional psychology. The internship begins on August 1 and
concludes on July 31 of the following year.
The Behavioral Health Services department of the
The
Center is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in employment and in the
provision of all services. The Center provides
services without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity or
expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual
orientation, ancestry, genetic characteristics, political belief or activity,
status as a veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state
and local laws.
The
purpose of The Center’s Behavioral Health Services Program is to provide quality
psychological counseling to the LGBT and HIV communities. Our internship program is designed to train
interns to provide culturally and diagnostically competent psychological
services to these communities while preparing them to become independent
practitioners of professional psychology.
The internship program is largely focused on supervised clinical service
delivery to meet this goal. Interns also
participate in comprehensive training on providing service delivery, outreach
presentations to the larger San Diego community, conducting therapy groups with
experienced supervisors, and conducting in psychological testing designed to promote deeper understanding of
societal factors, issues of discrimination, and clinical and
transference/counter transference issues in providing services to the LGBT and
HIV communities.
Training Experiences/Duties/Expected
Schedule of the Fellowship
The
Intern position is a part-time (24 hours/week) training position for interns in
psychology. Service
provision includes group, individual and couples' therapy provided to LGBT
and/or HIV community members, as well as their partners, children and families.
Thorough and systematic psychosocial assessments of incoming clients, including
DSM/ICD diagnoses is also required. Psychotherapy and assessment are provided
under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor. Successful applicants for this
position must have completed at least two years of graduate level coursework
and at least one year of supervised clinical experience.
The
position is a comprehensive, one year training experience that meets the
requirements of a CAPIC member internship.
The expected schedule of the internship begins mid July and concludes
June 30th of the following year.
Concurrent with laws governing employment in the State of
QUALIFICATIONS
1.
Basic computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook).
2.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
3.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with
diverse community groups and volunteers.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements for this
position include:
Goals and Components of the
Training Program
The primary goals of the internship
program are training the interns in culturally competent and psychologically
sound service delivery methods, preparing them for independent practice of
psychology and introducing them to and helping them develop expertise in
working in psychological service in a large, non-profit community
organization.
I. Service
Delivery
The Intern acts under the direction
and supervision of a Clinical Supervisor. Job duties include:
1.
Conducting thorough and systematic psychosocial assessments
of incoming clients, including DSM/ICD diagnoses.
2.
Providing group, individual and couples' therapy to LGBT
and/or HIV community members, as well as their partners, children and families.
This agency utilizes a time-limited, focused approach to psychotherapy and
service must be delivered in a gender and culturally appropriate fashion.
Case-load will vary with hours worked and will be determined by the Clinical
Supervisor and the Director of Behavioral Health Services. Psychotherapy will be provided
in a fashion consistent with State of
3.
Collection of, and appropriate recording and/or billing of,
fees-for-service.
4.
Timely professional maintenance of clinical records and
documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans and ongoing evaluation
of client progress, consistent with agency expectations and ethical standards.
5.
Weekly shifts in “On-Duty” providing assessment, information
and referral to prospective clients.
6.
Participate in rotation of Heidorn Lifeline, a crisis and
suicide hotline phone specific to the San Diego LGBT/HIV communities.
7.
Attendance and participation in weekly individual (1:1) and
group clinical supervision.
8.
Attendance and participation in training seminars on
clinical issues.
9.
Attendance and participation in organizational seminars on
cultural diversity.
10.
Timely and accurate completion of service statistics.
11.
Other professional duties as assigned by the Clinical
Supervisor.
II. Ensuring
the Safety and Well-Being of All Visitors
A.
Ensure that all
facility requirements are in good working order.
B.
Promptly report to the facilities director any repair
issues.
PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY
I. Dependability/Reliability
A. Report to work on time and inform appropriate
staff when involved in other duties away from the agency.
B. Provide advance notice in a timely manner for
all scheduled leave.
C. Maintain proper attendance requirements in
compliance with agency policies.
II. Attitude and Flexibility
A. Exercise good judgment under various work
situations.
B. Adapt to changes in agency routines and
issues.
C. Maintain flexibility in completing tasks as
required by the position.
D. Exhibit positive daily work attitudes on a
consistent basis.
III. Interpersonal Relations
A. Create a positive environment for all people
in the agency by addressing issues of harassment, discrimination or lack of
respect immediately.
B. Continue to pursue the development of
cultural sensitivity and proficiency in service delivery.
C. Provide documentation regarding difficult
situations.
D. Exhibit cooperation and courtesy while
creating a positive public image for The Center and productive work environment.
IV. Quality/Quantity of Work
A. Perform all daily functions in accordance
with institutional policies and procedures.
B. Ensure that all work is completed to quality
professional standards
V. Additional Performance Indicators will include quarterly
review of the deliverables listed on individual work plan and the following:
1.
Examination by Clinical Supervisor and/or Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services of assessments conducted for thoroughness and accuracy of diagnostic
decisions.
2.
Evaluation of number of assessments conducted in proportion
to work plan requirements.
3.
Evaluation by Clinical Supervisor and/or Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services of degree and speed of empathic alliance formation, ability to maintain
alliance, progress toward treatment goals and case conceptualization.
4.
Evaluation of number of clients and number of service
delivery units provided, relative to training plan.
5.
Evaluation of case charts by Clinical Administrator,
Clinical Supervisor and Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services to determine thoroughness
and timely completion of clinical records and documentation, including progress
notes, treatment plans and ongoing evaluation of client progress, consistent
with agency expectations and ethical standards.
6.
Evaluation by Clinical Supervisor to determine actual
attendance at weekly individual (1:1) and group clinical supervision, as well
as training seminars, and level of professional and appropriate participation.
7.
Consultation with Clinical Supervisor to determine
attendance and level of participation in weekly assessment and case assignment
meetings.
8.
Consultation with Clinical Administrator, Data Management,
and Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services to determine whether timely and accurate
completion of monthly service statistics has been accomplished.
9.
Evaluation by Clinical Supervisor and Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services of level of cooperation and professionalism displayed.
Training
Resources/Staff/Facilities/Support
The
Behavioral Health Services employs three full time psychologists, two part time
psychologists, a part time M.F.T., a clinical administrator, an
information and referral specialist and a front desk receptionist. We also have a board certified psychiatrist
who has office hours at our facility once per week for our HIV clients. These
are core staff positions. All
psychologists participate in the training program as primary or secondary
supervisors and are available for clinical consultations. Five intern positions are available per
year. Interns may engage the clerical
support services of the receptionist and the clinical administrator as needed
and approved by their clinical supervisor.
Clinical Staff
Amanda Quayle, Psy.D.; Clinical Coordinator
Carrie Morison, Psy.D.; Clinical Supervisor
Graduated in 1996 from United States International University with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and has been licensed since 1998. Areas of Specialty include living with life changing illness, mood disorders, anxiety, and work place trauma and injury. Dr. Morrison oversees the day-to-day functioning of Health Services and provides clinical supervision. She maintains a private practice in Hillcrest.Kurt Buis, Psy.D.; Staff Psychologist
Graduated in 1991 from United States International University with a doctoral degree in Psychology and has been licensed since 1996. Areas of Specialty include HIV/AIDS, Chemical Dependency, LGB/Transgender issues, Mood Disorders, Greif, and Domestic Violence. He maintains a private practice here in San Diego, as well as participating on staff at Alpha Behavioral Health Services.Marylupe Flores, LCSW, PPSC; Staff Therapist
Graduated in 1996 from San Jose State University earning a master’s degree in Social Work as well as a Pupil Personnel Services Credential, and has been licensed since 2000, Areas of Specialty include: School-Based Mental Health, Children, Youth and their Families, Human Sexuality, LGBT issues and HIV/AIDS. She also has extensive experience working with Latino Clients. She provides direct clinical services, and is bilingual in Spanish.Michael Majeski, Psy.D.; Staff Psychologist
Graduated from Ryokan College in 1997 earning a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and has been licensed since 2005. Areas of Specialty include: HIV/AIDS, GLBT Coming out ad Life change issues, Substance Abuse, Mood Disorders, Co Occurring Disorders with Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Groups. He maintains a private practice in Hillcrest.Marilee L.M. Wasell, Ph.D.; Staff Psychologist
Graduated in 2004 from California School of Professional Psychology (San Diego) earning a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, and has been licensed since 2006. Areas of Specialty include neuropsychology, psychophysiology, chronic illness, chronic pain, Trauma, Children, Family, and Couples therapy, Sexual Abuse, Human Sexuality, HIV/AIDS, and LGBT issues. She is adjunct faculty at National University, teaching courses for the Master's of Arts in Counseling Program. She maintains a private practice in La Jolla.
The
Methods of Evaluation
Due
process procedures attached.
Philosophy of Training
The Behavioral Health Services Department serves as
an integral part of the services that are provided to the LGBT and HIV/AIDS
community by the
Behavioral Health Services follows the
practitioner-scholar model of training.
Our training program emphasizes providing culturally competent services
to the LGBT and HIV communities within a model of the scientific and research
based practice of professional psychology.
Interns are provided with a year long training experience that
encourages them to become ethical, responsible and independent practitioners of
psychology. Interns are initially
provided with close supervision and training on the concomitant
psychotherapeutic issues to HIV disease and LGBT culture in order to provide
appropriate psychological service to these communities. Interns will also meet with their individual
supervisors and the Coordinator of Behavioral Health Servicesin the first weeks of to establish
professional and clinical goals for the internship experience. Health
professional licensure as a psychologist and
begin to practice and recognize themselves as
professionals.
The psychologists at Behavioral Health Services strive to model professional
development, adherence to research and empirically based interventions and
involvement in local and national organizations committed to the practice of
psychology.
Commitment to
Diversity and Cultural Sensitivity
The
Center is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in employment and in the
provision of all services. It
is an explicit goal of all
Center programs to be inclusive and representative of the diversity found in
the
The
Center encourages all staff to:
§
Be willing to engage in a
continual self-education process, learning as much about different cultures,
nationalities, political affiliations, age groups, religions, abilities, sexual
orientations, gender identities, practices, and beliefs as we can,
§
Be willing to re-examine our own
stereotypes, beliefs, and ideas about people who may be different from
ourselves or have different life experiences,
§
Be willing to recognize the ways
we may enjoy privileges that others don’t and be cautious about abusing those
privileges,
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Be committed to creating a safe
space for all community members, and
Understand
clearly that “none of us are free until we are all free.” The pursuit of full
and equal rights for all is one of our core commitments.