Thank you for your interest in applying to Phoenix Children's Postdoctoral Residency/Fellowship.

Qualifications

To be eligible to apply to the Phoenix Children’s Psychology Postdoctoral Residency/Fellowship Program:

  • You must hold a PhD or PsyD in psychology from an APA/CPA - accredited graduate program.
  • You must have completed an APA/CPA - accredited doctoral internship prior to beginning the postdoctoral training year.
  • Applicants should have substantial clinical experience with children, including assessment and evidence-based interventions.
  • Coursework in child development, developmental psychopathology, and prior hospital/medical center experience are preferred.
  • All offers of employment are contingent on successful background checks, drug screen, and up-to-date immunizations. 

How to Apply

Utilizing the APPA CAS — APPIC Psychology Postdoctoral Application, applicants can create an account and submit their postdoc applications at the following website: https://appicpostdoc.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login

  1. Cover Letter that describes your clinical interests, training goals, and fit with the program
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  3. Graduate School Transcript (copy)
  4. Verification of Expected Doctoral Degree Conferral Date; Training hours do not accrue until the degree is conferred
  5. Three Letters of Recommendation

Programs follow the APPIC Common Hold Date policy of DD/MM/YYYY for offers and acceptances.

Review and Interview Process

  • Applications are reviewed as received and evaluated based on fit with program training goals, academic and clinical preparation, letters of recommendation, and professional objectives.
  • Selected applicants are invited for interviews.
  • Interviews may be conducted in person or via video conference depending on program schedule.

APPIC Postdoctoral Selection Guidelines


Phoenix Children’s follows APPIC Postdoctoral Selection Guidelines and the Common Hold Date (CHD) policy:

  • APPIC Selection Standards require programs to provide a planned, programmed sequence of supervised training experiences that align with training goals and professional competencies.
  • Common Hold Date Policy: Programs that adhere to the standards allow applicants to hold offers until the CHD (e.g., DD/MM/YEAR) before making final decisions.
  • A positive result on a pre-employment drug and alcohol test that is not explained to Phoenix Children’s satisfaction will result in Phoenix Children’s withdrawing its conditional offer of employment.
  • Criminal or other concerning history identified in a background check will be reviewed by the Training Committee, the Graduate Medical Education Committee and, if applicable, Phoenix Children's Compliance, on a case-by-case basis to determine if there are mitigating factors that warrant proceeding with the onboarding process. Phoenix Children's follows all applicable federal and state laws, including the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) in conducting any background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Phoenix Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Phoenix Children’s also provides aids and services to people with disabilities to communicate effectively with us.

A diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce is at the heart of employee retention and providing equitable care to patients. At Phoenix Children’s, we are committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering the career development of staff as well as giving patients the best care possible.

 

Tip for applicants: Applicants should confirm with their graduate program that all degree requirements, including dissertation defense and any administrative steps, will be completed by the training start date and be prepared to provide formal verification of completion.