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Site Name: CARES

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Department : Clinical Program

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Member Site Information
APPIC Member Number: 2472
Program Type: Internship
Membership Type: Full Membership
Site: CARES
Department: Clinical Program
Address: 465 Grand Street
2nd floor
New York, New York 10002
Country: United States
Metro Area: Not Applicable
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, NY-NJ-PA
Distance from Major City: 0
Phone: 212-420-1970x142
Fax: 212-420-1906
Email: sshkedi@caresnys.org
Web Address: http://caresnyc.org
Brochure Website's Address: https://caresnys.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CARES-Internship-Handbook-2024-2025.pdf
Primary Agency Type: Private Outpatient Clinic
Additional Agency Types:
  • Community Mental Health Center
Member of APPIC since:
Accreditation
APA Accreditation Accredited
CPA Accreditation Not Accredited
Internship Staff/Faculty Information
Training Director: Sharon Shkedi
Chief Psychologist: Leah E Lax
Number of Full-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 4
Number of Part-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 0
Position Information
Start Date: 09/09/2024
Funded
Number of Full Time Slots Expected Next Class: 4
Number of Part Time Slots Expected Next Class:
Stipend
Full Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 38000
Part Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 0
Fringe Benefits: Dissertation Release Time, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Sick Leave, Vacation
Other Fringe Benefits (not indicated above):
Brief description of the typical work day for an intern at this training site Interns will be exposed to and engaged in CARES’ three main programs – Early Intervention/Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program, Clinical Services, and Adult Day Habilitation. This structure is the same throughout the internship year for all interns. Interns will have the opportunity to provide ABA therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, parent training, individual and group therapy, as well as administer comprehensive diagnostic evaluations.
Does this site have practicum psychology students on site? No
Is this program fully affiliated with one or more doctoral programs? No
Is this program partially affiliated with one or more doctoral programs? No
Internship Application Process
Accepting Applicants: Yes
Application Due Date: 12/04/2023 11:59 PM EST
Interviews at this site are: Optional
A Virtual Interview is: Required
Interview notification date: 12/18/2023
Tentative interview date: N/A
Interview process description:

Qualified applicants are contacted by email or phone for interviews by December 18th. We typically begin interviews in mid-December. All applicants invited to interview are also invited to a virtual open house to meet the multidisciplinary staff and current trainees to learn more about the Internship Program. Candidates are invited to a Zoom interview with representatives of the Training Committee. Interviews typically last between 60 and 75 minutes. During the interview, applicants are presented with general questions related to their prior experience, training, assessment, and therapy. In addition, applicants are asked to respond to a selection of questions after reviewing two clinical vignettes. Following the interview process, applicants are rated based on their demonstration of clinical knowledge, experience, self and cultural awareness, organization skills, professionalism, and interest in learning and mastering new skills. 
How to obtain application info: Email the Program
Preferred method of contacting the program: Email the Program
We have matched with interns from these programs: Alliant IU/CSPP-San Francisco; Carlos Albizu University, Mayagüez Puerto Rico; Cleveland State University; Felician University; Fordham University; Hofstra university; Pace University; Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Ponce Health Sciences University; Roosevelt University; Rutgers University; Seattle Pacific University; St. John's University; Teachers College at Columbia University; The Chicago School of Professional Psychology; United States International University-Africa Nairobi, Kenya; University of Maryland; William James College; William Paterson University
Internship Applicant Requirements
US Citizenship Required: No
If NOT a U.S. Citizen, Authorization to Work or to Engage in Practical Training (CPT or OPT) in the US is Required: Yes
Canadian Citizenship Required: No
If NOT a Canadian Citizen, Authorization to Work in Canada or to Engage in Practical Training (CPT or OPT) in Canada is Required: No
Masters Degree Required: Yes, by application deadline
Comprehensive Exams Passed: Yes, by start of internship
Dissertation Proposal Approved: Yes, by start of internship
Dissertation Defended: No
Minimum Number of AAPI Intervention Hours (if applicable): 500
Minimum Number of AAPI Assessment Hours (if applicable): 30
Minimum Number of Combined Intervention and Assessment Hours (if applicable): 8
Minimum Number of Years of Grad Training Required (if applicable): 4
Accepted / Not-Accepted Program Types
Clinical Psychology Accepted
Counseling Psychology Accepted
School Psychology Accepted
APA-Accredited Accepted
CPA-Accredited Accepted
PCSAS-Accredited Accepted
Non-Accredited Not Accepted
Ph.D Degree Accepted
Psy.D. Degree Accepted
Ed.D. Degree Accepted
This institution, department, internship, or postdoctoral program requires trainees to sign a statement about personal behavior and/or religious beliefs as a condition of admission and/or retention in the program: No
How to obtain text of statement:
Other Requirements: https://caresnys.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-C-27-I-Trainee-Admissions-Support-and-Outcome-Data.pdf
Program Description

CARES Psychology Internship Program aims to prepare doctoral candidates for careers as psychologists who are proficient in providing comprehensive evaluations and therapeutic interventions for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, ADHD, PTSD) throughout the life span.

Designed in the Practitioner-Scholar Model, the program consists of varied training experiences to facilitate a smooth transition from doctoral study to professional functioning, through the acquisition of advanced clinical skills that integrate theory and practice. Interns receive intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), cognitive-behavioral therapy, diagnostic testing, and comprehensive report writing. Interns carry caseloads of children, adolescents, or adults, and provide services to groups and families.

CARES represents a diverse experience as we treat underserved populations of Chinese and Hispanic immigrant families along with a broad range of New York City residents. CARES’ programs employ multidisciplinary teams of Psychologists, Social Workers, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and Psychiatrists. This approach affords interns a rich array of opportunities for collaborative learning and leads to a more holistic understanding of the individual from various facets.

Clinical Programs All Interns will be engaged in three of CARES’ programs – Early Intervention/ABA Progam, Clinical Services, and Adult Day Habilitation.

Early Intervention/ABA Program serves approximately 300 children and families each year. Early intervention services are provided to children from birth to 3 years. Services are provided in a variety of settings, including the child’s home or community locations. Methods include Discrete Trial Training, Natural Environment Teaching, and Social Skills Groups for children who are diagnosed with Autism. Interns receive rigorous training in the theory and application of ABA, provided by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) at the beginning of their internship year. After completion of the training, interns are assigned their own cases where they deliver behavioral services as well as provide counseling support for parents and caregivers.  

Clinical Services - CARES operates two NYS-licensed outpatient clinics, one for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (certified by OPWDD under Article 16), the other for individuals with mental health issues (certified by OMH under Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitative Services - MHOTRS). The OPWDD clinic delivers comprehensive evaluations and therapeutic services for children and adults with known or suspected intellectual/developmental disabilities and the MHOTRS clinic delivers services to children and adults with mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, ADHD, and PTSD. Interns’ caseloads include patients in both clinics. This enriches the interns’ opportunity to deliver varied therapeutic modalities for individuals across the lifespan, supporting clients and their families, as well as learning to provide group interventions. In addition, interns develop clinical proficiency in the theories and methods of psychological assessment and diagnoses. They administer comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, and those presenting with a variety of mental health conditions.

Adult Day Habilitation program serves post-secondary school students with a variety of developmental disabilities in center and community-based settings. Community and day habilitation programs focus on developing and enhancing skills in areas such as activities of daily living, communication and social interactions, prevocational training, and self-advocacy. Interns are trained across community locations which can include recreational sites and trips to places of interest. In this program, interns are trained in providing individual and group therapy to decrease challenging behaviors, develop treatment plans to achieve personal goals, support individuals to participate in integrated community settings, and provide behavioral consultations.

Supervision and Didactics - Interns receive scheduled and intensive supervision, including two hours of individual supervision and two hours of group supervision, from licensed psychologists weekly throughout the internship year. In addition, interns receive one hour of weekly supervision from a BCBA to support their delivery of ABA with fidelity. Interns also attend didactic seminars and journal clubs. The robust schedule of didactic seminars is targeted to enhance the interns’ knowledge and skills in the areas of developmental disabilities, assessment, and mental health.

Internship Training Opportunities

Populations
Infants:
Toddlers:
Children: Yes
Adolescents: Yes
Adults: Yes
Family: Yes
Older Adults:
Inpatients:
Outpatients: Yes
Gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender:
Ethnic minorities: Yes
Spanish-speaking: Yes
French-speaking:
Deaf/Hearing-impaired:
Students:
International Students:
Rural:
Urban: Yes
Low income: Yes
Homelessness:
Other: Chinese-speaking

(training opportunities continued)

Treatment Modalities
Assessment: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Individual Therapy: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Couples Therapy:
Family Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Group Therapy: Experience (21% to 30%)
Community Intervention: Experience (21% to 30%)
Consultation/Liaison: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Crisis Intervention:
Brief Psychotherapy: Experience (21% to 30%)
Long-term Psychotherapy: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Cognitive Rehabilitation:
Primary Care:
Evidenced Based Practice: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Evidence Based Research: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Supervision of Practicum students :
Other:

(training opportunities continued)

Experience
Health Psychology:
Women's Health:
HIV/AIDS:
Eating Disorders:
Sexual Disorders:
Sports Psychology:
Rehabilitation Psychology:
Physical Disabilities:
Learning Disabilities:
Developmental Disabilities: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Assessment: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Neuropsychology-Adult: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Neuropsychology-Child: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Serious Mental Illness: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Anxiety Disorders: Experience (21% to 30%)
Trauma/PTSD: Experience (21% to 30%)
Sexual Abuse:
Substance Use Disorders:
Forensics/Corrections:
Sexual Offenders:
Geropsychology:
Pediatrics: Experience (21% to 30%)
School:
Counseling:
Vocational/Career Development:
Multicultural Therapy: Experience (21% to 30%)
Feminist Therapy:
Religion/Spirituality:
Empirically-Supported Treatments: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Public Policy/Advocacy:
Program Development/Evaluation:
Supervision: Experience (21% to 30%)
Research:
Administration:
Integrated health care - primary:
Integrated health care - specialty:
Other:

Additional information about training opportunities: Not all rotations or training experiences may be available as described in the APPIC Directory. Please consult the program's application materials or their website at: caresnyc.org  for a complete description of the training opportunities available at this training site. IF the site has not updated their information by August 1, feel free to contact the Training Director for additional information.

Summary of the Characteristics of the Specified Internship Class
2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024
Number of Completed Applications: 19 24 22 34 21
Number of applicants invited for interviews: 10 16 20 27 16
Total number of interns: 2 2 4 3 4
Total number of interns from APA/CPA accredited programs: 13 18 18 33 21
Total number of interns from Ph.D. programs: 7 11 7 12 6
Total number of interns from Psy.D. programs: 12 12 15 22 15
Total number of interns from Ed.D. programs: 0 1 0 0 0
Number of interns that come from a Clinical Psychology program 14 18 13 21 10
Number of interns that come from a Counseling Psychology program 1 3 6 4 4
Number of interns that come from a School Psychology program 8 10 6 14 12
Range of integrated assessment reports: lowest number of reports written 2 2 0 1 1
Range of integrated assessment reports: highest number of reports written 76 49 97 60 40
Summary of Post Internship Employment Settings of Each Internship Class (1st Placement)
2022-2023
Academic teaching:
Community mental health center: 2
Consortium: 0
University Counseling Center: 0
Hospital/Medical Center: 1
Veterans Affairs Health Care System: 0
Psychiatric facility: 0
Correctional facility: 0
Health Maintenance Organization: 0
School district/system: 0
Independent practice setting: 0
Other (Academic Psychology Department): 0
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