Careers in Psychology Chapter 2

program evaluation work

-alternative to providing direct service for licensed psychologists -develop programs that schools or community placement offer -identify and develop the types of programs that are warranted for a particular agency or type of client -avoid stress of daily service provision to clients/miss the intimate contact and satisfaction from client programs that practitioners experience regularly -work as research associates at nonprofit organizations or as consultants (earn $85,000 and $77,000 respectively each year)

Administration

-an alternative option for licensed psychologists -manage clinical services -manage an entire agency or organization -oversees the operations of an agency (eg. staffing, budget, healthcare delivery systems, and technological advances, daily operations) -long hours, work related stress, $80,000 annual salary

5 Unifying Themes of Counseling Psychology

. Focus on intact personalities 2. Emphasis on person-environment interactions 3. Emphasis on educational and career development 4. Relatively brief interventions 5. Focus on people's strengths, assets, and positive mental health

Psychology doctoral graduates

61 percent of these graduates are from sub-fields of clinical, counseling, or school psychology.

Human Service Worker

A person who organizes and implements programs that aid families and individuals in preventing or resolving problems related to basic needs, substance abuse, and human relationships., Works in hospitals, half-way houses, community organizations (Girls and Boys Club, domestic violence hotlines, etc.) Has at least a high school diploma, usually an associate's or bachelor's degree. ****$31,280----->$15.04/ hour

Substance Abuse Counselor

A type of mental health practitioner: ___________ offer evaluation, counseling case management, and various other services to individuals who abuse alcohol or other drugs. Some counselors have entered the field without a college education. However, associate, bachelor, or master degree programs are required for many jobs. **** $38,520 per year-------->$18.52 per hour

Pros of Being Counseling Psychologist

Ability to help people in need address their problems* Well-paying career ($73,000 average wage in May 2011)* Job growth in the field (22% from 2010-2020)* Ability to work in variety of settings (private practice, community treatment center, hospital or nonprofit organization)* Self employment opportunities (34% self employed)*

prescriptive authority for psychologists

Although psychologists have more training in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders than any other health care professionals, the majority of all psychotropic medications are prescribed by health care providers with little to no training. The APA Practice Organization supports the efforts of our state, provincial and territorial psychological association partners to obtain prescriptive authority for qualified, licensed psychologists to help fill the need for access to comprehensive, quality mental health care

Clinical Psychology

Assesses and treats people with psychological problems; act as therapists; work in academic settings, hospitals, community health centers, or private practice.

Counseling Psychology

Branch of Psychology that assists people with problems in living, often related to work, school , or marriage, and in achieving greater well being $81,000/year

Clinical versus Counseling Psychology

Clinical: focuses more on psychopathology; severe disorder; Main difference is counseling psychologist treat people with LESS severe psychological disorders

Clinical psychologist education

DOCTORATE IN PSYCHOLOGY WITH TRAINING IN RESEARCH & CLINICAL PRACTICE. MANY EMPLOYED IN UNIVERSITIES IN ADDITION TO PRIVATE PRACTICE., - phD or PsyD degree

Research (is more heavily emphasized in clinical and counseling psychology masters and doctoral programs)

Difference between counseling/ and clinical psychology vs other mental health training programs

PH.D vs Psy.D Degrees (***Also Psy. D. programs are more expensive)

Emphasis on practice vs emphasis in research (respectively)

Pros of Being Counseling Psychologist

Extensive job preparation (9+ years of undergraduate and graduate education)* Emotionally draining career* Long hours and demanding schedule (evening and weekends)* Need to stay up-to-date on research and therapy trends in counseling*

Pros of a Substance Abuse Counselor Career

Faster than average (27%) job growth expected from 2010-2020* Could be hired as a counselor with only a high school diploma* Could earn national certification to practice across the U.S.*

Cons of a Substance Abuse Counselor Career

Job prospects are higher for those with specialized training and education* May need to work evenings and weekends Working in private practice will require pursuing licensure* You will need to pursue graduate studies to pursue certification**

Social Worker

Job: work with client and client's family by coordinating inpatient and community resources to meet psychosocial and environmental needs that are necessary for recovery and/or discharge, Assesses clients, families and caregivers with accessing social support services and obtaining needed reimbursement/funding; provides individual, couple and family counseling/crisis intervention ; contributes to d/c plan ****$44,200 per year----->$21.25 per hour

Mental Health Service Providers

Largest sub-field in psychology with 69 percent of psychology doctoral students entering this area.

Cons of being a Social Worker

Mediocre pay as compared to other jobs. Have to work in varied and limited settings, sometimes unpleasant. Concerns regarding their safety. Emotionally stressful

Psychologist Licensure Process

Obtain a doctoral degree in psychology. Accrue supervised hours — ranging from 1,500 to 6,000 hours, depending on the state. Pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP). Pass a jurisprudence exam, if applicable. Receive approval by a state licensing board that requirements have been met. You are now a licensed psychologist. ****Expect to pay between $1300 and $1600 for this entire process

NAADAC

Professional association that offer certification and substance abuse counseling; addressing nondiscrimination, responsibility, competence, legal and moral standards, public statements, publication credit, client welfare, confidentiality, client relationships, inter professional relationships and societal obligations

Pros of being a Social Worker

Professional satisfaction Get to work in various settings throughout their career Builds self esteem Makes you humble and selfless Get to meet people from different section of group, community or society Learns to be tolerant, respectful to others Flexible working hours

Mental Health Professions

Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, rehabilitation counseling, marriage and family therapists; ;is a person who offers services for the purpose of improving an individual's mental health or to treat mental illness.

telemedicine

Remote consultation by patients with physicians or other health professionals via telephone, closed-circuit television, or the Internet.

Counseling Psychology Work Environments

Some psychologists work independently, conducting research or working with patients. Others work as part of a healthcare team, collaborating with physicians and social workers or in school settings, working with students, teachers, parents, and other educators. Those in private practice often work evenings and weekends to accommodate clients.

Human Services worker, Social worker, and substance abuse counselor

Three mental health profession fields that are accessible to those with Bachelor's Degree

Clinical Psychologist primary work environments

private practice, universities, hospitals, out-patient clinics, community health centers, medical schools, veteran's administrative, correctional facilities, child and family services, rehabilitation centers,professional consultation. $87,000/ year

telehealth

the delivery of health-related services and information via telecommunications technologies; This could be as simple as two health professionals discussing a case over the telephone, or as sophisticated as using videoconferencing to between providers at facilities in two countries, or even as complex as robotic technology.