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Requisition Number GA00722 Position Title Counseling & Psychological Services Graduate Trainees 25-26 Position Eclass GF - Graduate Flat Pay Position Summary

The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.

Additional Details Counseling & Psychological Services at UNCG invites applications for three half-time (20 hour) graduate student trainee positions (advanced practicum/internship) each academic year. Applications are accepted from UNCG doctoral students in Clinical Psychology and Counseling and Counselor Education; UNCG master’s students in Counselor Education, and joint UNCG-NCA&T master’s students in Social Work. After a review of applications, individuals are selected to be interviewed by the Counseling & Psychological Services staff. Students from UNCG or NCA&T who are hired will be paid a stipend of $12,000 and will work during the fall and spring semesters of the next academic year. This is an advanced placement and is not appropriate for students without clinical experience.

Counseling & Psychological Services provides counseling services to UNCG students addressing a diverse range of mental health and developmental concerns. Trainees will provide individual psychotherapy, group counseling, workshops, and outreach services. Supervision is provided weekly by a senior staff clinician and will also include group supervision opportunities. In addition, trainees will attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training seminars. Trainees will gain experience in most aspects of a university counseling center. Our clinically diverse staff members bring extensive clinical and supervision/training experience and truly enjoy working with trainees. Counseling & Psychological Services is a part of the Student Health Services on campus and works closely with several other departments within Student Affairs and across the campus. Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
• Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
• Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
• Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
• Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S. Additional Minimum Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants Number of Months per Year 10 Org #-Department Student Health Services - 44604 Posting Begin Date 11/22/2024 Posting Close Date 06/30/2025 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Are you currently a degree seeking student enrolled at UNCG? Yes No What graduate program are you currently enrolled in, or plan to begin?

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Degree program in progress and anticipated graduation date

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What interests you about UNCG Counseling & Psychological Services as a training site?

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What skills would you bring that would benefit the department in your assistantship role?

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Describe any prior clinical / counseling experience, professional or volunteer, that prepares you for the work you would be doing at UNCG Counseling & Psychological Services.

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Do you have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations? No Yes What does being a "culturally competent provider" mean to you? Describe any experience you have had with diverse populations.

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Do you have a counseling approach, helping theory, or paradigm that you feel best suits you?

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Describe your ideal training supervisor. What are your goals for supervision?

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How do you manage stress and what are some things you enjoy when not in school or at work?

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Do you expect to have a paid Graduate Assistantship in another department at UNCG for the next academic year? Yes No Not sure Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Unofficial Transcript(s) Optional Documents Reference Letter 1 Reference Letter 2