Counseling and Human Development Department Funded Assistantship Opportunities

Below are announcements of the funding opportunities available in the Department of CHDS for the academic year 2013-2014. Applicants can be considered for more than one assistantship. Please read these instructions carefully.

Please submit only the following:

1. Application cover sheet

2. One application statement/cover letter not to exceed one page stating interests and qualifications for assistantship(s) applied for. Address the letter to Dr. Corey Johnson.

3. Current resume or curriculum vitae

All documents should be submitted in .pdf format.

Please send all application materials electronically to Graduate Coordinator, Dr. Corey W. Johnson at cwjohns@uga.edu and cc: Ms. Nikki Williams at nikkiw@uga.edu. You will receive a notification that we have received your materials.

If you have questions regarding the specific position requirements or responsibilities, please direct those to the faculty member responsible for supervision listed below. A review of applications will begin March 4, 2013. Applicants will be notified once all positions have been filled.

PLEASE NOTE: Eligible students must have an offer of admission to apply for these positions and you MUST have been admitted into a program of The University of Georgia.

Deadline to Apply for the following Dept. Assistantships is March 4, 2013

1. Department of Counseling and Human Development Services Undergraduate Teaching Assistantships
   Graduate teaching assistantships in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services meet an instructional need for the Department by providing instruction for high demand and high enrolled undergraduate courses in the area of human development and counseling. In addition, these positions provide opportunities for graduate students to gain experience in instruction, classroom management, and experiential education.  Graduate Teaching Assistants must be accepted to a University of Georgia doctoral program, be in good academic standing, and have positive recommendations from previous positions. Although prior teaching experience is not required, it is preferred. Prior coursework and/or work experience in the specific topical areas is preferred.

   ECHD 2050

   Previous coursework: Graduate coursework in career development and theories.

   If assigned to ECHD 2050 (2 credit hours): Typically teach three sections (15-20 students per section) during the academic year. Provide information to assist students in choosing a major, choosing a career, and developing skills related to career decision making. In addition, instructors facilitate discussions related to a variety of career assessments including the CDM, the Strong Interest Inventory, the Type Focus, value inventories and other career related inventories.

   ECHD 3050

   Previous coursework: Graduate coursework in career development and theories.

   If assigned to ECHD 3050 (2 credit hours): Typically teach 1 section (100-125 students) per semester during the academic year. Provide information to assist students in career decision-making, developing resumes, and life planning. Focus of the course is on the processes of self-assessment, decision-making, and preparation for employment.

   ECHD 3020

   Previous coursework: Graduate coursework in theories of counseling, interpersonal relationships, basic counseling skills, and other related coursework.

   If assigned to ECHD 3020 (3 credit hours): Typically teach 2 sections (25-30 students per section) during the academic year. Provide introductory information on the fields of counseling and human development services. Cover topics such as counseling theory and practice, intervention programs, crisis intervention, and current trends in the fields of counseling and human development services.

   ECHD 3170

   Previous coursework: Graduate coursework in drug and alcohol issues and/or counseling persons with addictions.

   If assigned to ECHD 3170 (3 credit hours): Typically teach 1 section (40-45 students per section) per semester during the academic year. Designed to help students increase awareness of psychological and social characteristics of drug and alcohol abusers, examine the causes and effects of addiction, and understand the implications for working with people in human services.

   ECHD 3010:

   Previous coursework: Graduate coursework in multicultural counseling, theories of counseling, group counseling/group work, and related coursework (e.g., counseling issues in LGBTQ, women’s studies)

   If assigned to ECHD 3010 (3 credit hours): Typically teach 3 sections (15-20 students per section) during the academic year. Designed to help student peer helpers and other paraprofessionals develop basic skills applicable in various educational settings.

   Responsibilities:

   • GTAs are required to attend the Graduate School Teaching Assistant Orientation and the CHDS Teaching Assistant Orientation

   • Enroll in PFF or ECHD 9850 each semester

   • Attend meetings as scheduled by the TA supervisor

   • Alert supervisor immediately regarding student issues, inability to attend class, schedule conflicts, etc.

   • Fulfill teaching duties as assigned

   Conditions of Employment:

   A 9-month 1/3-time (13 hours/week) doctoral assistantship results in a tuition waiver and a stipend. Teaching Assistantships are awarded yearly on a competitive basis. Failure to carry out the requirements and responsibilities of the assistantship may result in termination or non-renewal of the assistantship.

   Responsible to:

   Rosemary Phelps (rephelps@uga.edu)

2. Gwinnett Program Assistantship

   One graduate student assistantship will be available to work with faculty in departmental programs at the Gwinnett Campus. While occasional travel to the Gwinnett Campus will be required, the majority of work will be in support of program coordination and instructional support in Athens.

   Responsibilities:

   • Assistance in development, revisions, and maintenance of program handbooks, website, and other supporting materials

   • Support of faculty teaching in Gwinnett including preparation and copying or electronic dissemination of related materials

   • Drafting and distribution of routine e-mails

   • Assistance in coordination of interview and orientation days and other special activities

   Skills needed:

   • Verbal and written communication skills

   • Technology skills

   • Ability to work as part of a team and independently

   • Ability to be a self-starter

   • Organizational skills

   • Great interpersonal skills including flexibility and a good sense of humor

   Pending continued funding, these assistantships will be renewable for up to three years with satisfactory performance evaluations.

   Conditions of Employment:

   A 9-month 1/3-time (13 hours/week) doctoral assistantship results in a tuition waiver and a stipend. Teaching Assistantships are awarded yearly on a competitive basis. Failure to carry out the requirements and responsibilities of the assistantship may result in termination or non-renewal of the assistantship.

   Responsible to:

   Jenny Penney Oliver (jpo@uga.edu)

3. Research Assistant (doctoral) Department of Counseling and Human Development Services

   Description:

   This doctoral-level graduate assistantship provides research support to two faculty members.

   Responsibilities:

   • Conducting library searches

   • Reading articles and creating annotations

   • Assisting with data collection processes

   Qualifications:

   • Unconditional admission to a University of Georgia doctoral program

   • Remain in good academic standing

   • Outstanding research and writing skills

   • Expertise in APA writing style

   • Positive recommendations from previous supervisors

   • Strong communication (verbal and written), technological, and organizational skills

   • Ability to take initiative and work independently.

   Conditions of Employment:

   An academic year, 1/3-time (13 hours/week) assistantship results in a tuition waiver and a stipend. Assistantships are awarded yearly on a competitive basis. Failure to carry out the requirements and responsibilities of the assistantship may result in termination or non-renewal of the assistantship.

   Responsible to:

   Dr. Natoya Haskins (nhaskins@uga.edu) and Dr. Chris Linder

4. Counseling Coordinator

   Minimum Qualifications:

   Education: This position is to be filled by a 3rd year Doctoral Student in Counseling Psychology. This position serves as a twelve-month graduate assistantship.

   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

   • Knowledge and skills in clinical management practices and methods

   • Ability to communicate effectively, assign, consult, and guide student clinicians through the training process

   • Ability to be both consistent and flexible as circumstances warrant

   • Ability to present oneself in an appropriately personable and professional manner to students, staff, and clients

   • Ability to establish rapport with others during the assessment process

   Job Description:

   Coordinates clinical activities including counseling and psychotherapy services of clients; assignment of clients to clinicians; consults with clinicians regarding aspects of their cases (e.g., diagnosis, treatment planning, resources acquisition); and oversees recordkeeping and documentation of cases. The coordinator also acts as liaison with external sites and third parties on collaborative services for clients (e.g., disability services, DFACS, officers of the court).

   Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

   • Assists in conducting weekly staffing meetings with student clinicians, faculty, and staff

   • Provides 13 hours of office work to accomplish administrative responsibilities and be a visible part of the Center operations

   • Assigns case referrals to student clinicians and provides consultation through the assignment and dispensation of the case

   • Conducts orientation to the Center for all incoming students and continues follow-up orientation

   • Provides administrative consultation to clinicians on review of records, maintenance and storage of records

   • Consults with clinical supervisors regarding student clinician’s progress

   • Coordinates the assignments of the training activities of the multidisciplinary programs in pharmacy and nursing and oversees the collaboration among these students and those from other programs who are training in the Center

   • Consults and communicates with the Director and other staff as appropriate on a weekly basis

   • Consults and communicates with student clinicians on a weekly or as needed basis regarding assessments

   • Acts as a liaison between client and campus or community resources as needed

   • Attends training seminars, staff meetings with administrative team and supervision on a weekly basis

   • Interacts with staff, students, and clients in a professional and ethical manner

   Conditions of Employment:

   A 9-month 1/3-time (13 hours/week) doctoral assistantship results in a tuition waiver and a stipend. Teaching Assistantships are awarded yearly on a competitive basis. Failure to carry out the requirements and responsibilities of the assistantship may result in termination or non-renewal of the assistantship.

   Responsible to:

   Linda F. Campbell, Ph.D., Clinical Director, Center for Counseling and Personal Evaluation (lcampbell@uga.edu)

5. Assessment Coordinator

   Job Description

   Center for Counseling and Personal Evaluation

   Minimum Qualifications:

   Education: This position is to be filled by a 3rd year Doctoral Student in Counseling Psychology. This position serves as a graduate assistantship.

   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

   • Knowledge and skills in assessment practices and methods

   • Ability to conduct and evaluate psychological reports based on testing conducted by both the Assessment Coordinator and student clinicians

   • Ability to communicate effectively assign, consult, and guide student clinicians through the assessment process

   • Ability to provide instruction to student clinicians regarding proper administration, scoring, interpretation, and write-up of psychological assessment instruments

   • Ability to be both consistent and flexible as circumstances warrant

   • Ability to present oneself in an appropriately personable and professional manner to students, staff, and clients

   • Ability to establish rapport with others during the assessment process

   Job Summary:

   Performance of all administrative duties for psychological evaluations, assists and communicates with supervisors of student clinicians, and engages in consultation/ outreach activities. Serves as a resource to student clinicians in the assessment process, including test administration, scoring, interpretation, and report writing.

   Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

   • Assists in conducting weekly staffing meetings with student clinicians, faculty, and staff

   • Provides 13 hours of office work to accomplish Assessment Coordinator administrative responsibilities and be a visible part of the Center operations

   • Assigns assessment referrals to student clinicians and provides support and guidance throughout the testing and report writing process

   • Provides Assessment administrative supervision (review of protocols, scoring, report writing)

   • Consults with clinical supervisors regarding student clinician’s progress regarding assessments

   • Conducts psychological evaluations under the supervision of the Director of the Center and/or other clinical faculty

   • Consults and communicates with the Counseling Coordinator, Administrative Coordinator, and Director on a weekly basis

   • Consults and communicates with supervisors and student clinicians on a weekly or as needed basis regarding assessments

   • Acts as a liaison between client and campus or community resources as needed

   • Attends training seminars, staff meetings with administrative team and supervision on a weekly basis

   • Interacts with staff, students, and clients in a professional and ethical manner

   Conditions of Employment:

   A 9-month 1/3-time (13 hours/week) doctoral assistantship results in a tuition waiver and a stipend. Teaching Assistantships are awarded yearly on a competitive basis. Failure to carry out the requirements and responsibilities of the assistantship may result in termination or non-renewal of the assistantship.

   Responsible to:

   Linda F. Campbell, Ph.D., Clinical Director, Center for Counseling and Personal Evaluation (lcampbell@uga.edu)

6. Extended Education and Outreach Assistants

   Graduate students in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services (CHDS) are needed to function as assistants for the extended education programs in CHDS. Thirteen hours per week under the direction of the Associate Department Head and/or the instructors of the specific course.

   The Extended Education and Outreach Assistants will be responsible for maintaining his or her weekly hour requirement and for finding ways to fulfill various non-specific but nonetheless mission-critical functions associated with the operation of the extended education and outreach initiatives of the Department. The Program Assistants will be selected at the discretion of Associate Department head; continued service as the Extended Education and Outreach Assistant is contingent upon ongoing satisfactory job performance as determined by the Associate Department Head in consultation with other faculty.

   Responsibilities:

   • Assist with advising and supervising undergraduate students

   • Assist with promoting and recruiting students for the programs

   • Assist with program related data collection and file management, report writing and other program related duties both locally and nationally

   • Function as a liaison with alumni, community partners, and other programs in the department

   • Attend program-related meetings

   • Coordinate program special events

   • Assist program faculty with other duties so that they may accomplish program-related tasks

   Conditions of Employment:

   A 9-month 1/3-time (13 hours/week) assistantship results in a tuition waiver and a stipend. Assistantships are awarded yearly on a competitive basis. Failure to carry out the requirements and responsibilities of the assistantship may result in termination or non renewal of the assistantship.

   Responsible to:

   Corey W. Johnson (cwjohns@uga.edu)

Other assistantship opportunities may be forthcoming pending grant and contract funding. Those positions will be advertised and posted as they become available. Additional positions are to be announced by the individual faculty member who will conduct interviews and make an offer. Please carefully note the requirements for each position.  Assistantship offers are always contingent on state budget funding.