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Member Site Information
APPIC Member Number: 2564
Program Type: Internship
Membership Type: Full Membership
Site: Dallas County Juvenile Department
Department: Dallas Count Juvenile Department
Address: 2600 Lone Star Dr.
Dallas, Texas 75212
Country: United States
Metro Area: Not Applicable
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX MSA
Distance from Major City: 5 miles from downtown Dallas
Phone: 214-698-2272x
Fax:
Training Director Email: ciondria.hughes@dallascounty.org
Co-Training Director Email: frederica.adams@dallascounty.org
Web Address: http://dallascounty.org
Brochure Website's Address: https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/juvenile/clinical-services.php
Primary Agency Type: Prison or Other Correctional Facility
Additional Agency Types:
  • Child/Adolescent Psychiatric or Pediatrics
  • Prison or Other Correctional Facility
  • Psychology Department
Member of APPIC since:
Accreditation
APA Accreditation Accredited on Contingency
CPA Accreditation Not Accredited
Internship Staff/Faculty Information
Training Director: Ciondria Hughes
Chief Psychologist: Robert Lackey
Number of Full-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 7
Number of Part-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 0
Position Information
Start Date: 08/30/2027
Funded
Number of Full Time Slots Expected Next Class: 2
Number of Part Time Slots Expected Next Class: 0
Stipend
Full Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 38105.60
Part Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 0
Fringe Benefits: Comp Time , Dissertation Release Time, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Licensing Exam Release Time, Life Insurance, Professional Development Time, Sick Leave, Vacation
Other Fringe Benefits (not indicated above): Participation in the County retirement system Potential to stay on as an employee for Post-doctoral supervised experience.
Brief description of the typical work day for an intern at this training site Interns complete court ordered psychological evaluations; individual therapy for detained youth; learn to use DBT for youth at different residential treatment centers; group therapy at residential treatment centers; monthly family trainings and therapy session; multidisciplinary treatment team meetings; crisis management; weekly supervision; weekly Didactic Trainings
Does this site have practicum psychology students on site? Yes
Doctoral Psychology Practicum StudentsYes
Masters Psychology Practicum StudentsYes
Do Psychology Interns/Postdocs Have the Opportunity to Supervise Practicum Students?Yes
Is this program fully affiliated with one or more doctoral programs? Yes
Is this program partially affiliated with one or more doctoral programs? No
Details of the above affiliations The DCJD Internship has Affiliation Agreements for Practicum with Southern Methodist University (SMU), the University of North Texas-Denton (UNT), Texas Women's University (TWU), Walden University, Texas A&M University- Victoria, Capella University, and the Chicago School of Professional Psychology (CSPP).
Internship Application Process
Accepting Applicants: Yes
Application Due Date: 11/21/2026 11:59 PM EST
Interview notification date: 12/11/2026
Tentative interview date: 01/11/2027, 01/12/2027, 01/13/2027, 01/14/2027, 01/15/2027
Interview process description:

In-person interviews are conducted by a panel of three supervisors, with an estimated length of one hour. There will be opportunity to meet with current interns and members of the Internship Committee in an open house format on-site at the main campus of the juvenile department. 

Virtual interviews will be conducted using Microsoft Teams with three supervisors, with an estimated length of one hour. There will be opportunity to dialogue with interns virtually. 

 
How to obtain application info: Visit Website
Preferred method of contacting the program: Email the Program
We have matched with interns from these programs: Prairie View A & M, Walden University, Texas Women's University (TWU), Northern Arizona University (NAU), Oklahoma City University, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (Washington, D.C.), Pacific University, University of Denver Graduate School of Professional Psychology, Nova Southeastern University, and University of Houston Clear Lake
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: Yes
Masters Degree Required: Yes, by application deadline
Comprehensive Exams Passed: Yes, by application deadline
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): 500
Minimum Number of Combined Intervention and Assessment Hours (if applicable): 1000
Does your program require applicants to submit supplemental materials (i.e., an assessment report and/or a case/treatment summary): Yes
Minimum Number of Years of Grad Training Required (if applicable): 3
Accepted / Not-Accepted Program Types
Clinical Psychology Accepted
Counseling Psychology Accepted
School Psychology Accepted
APA-Accredited Accepted
CPA-Accredited Accepted
PCSAS-Accredited Not Accepted
Non-Accredited Accepted
Ph.D Degree Accepted
Psy.D. Degree Accepted
Ed.D. Degree Not 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: n/a
Other Requirements: https://www.dallascounty.org/Assets/uploads/docs/human-resources/chapters82-86/Chapter86-DallasCountyCode-11202023.pdf The website details employment requirements such as criminal and child protective service background checks, and physical exam (pgs. 47-52) The Drug and Alcohol Policy can be found on pages 114-121 of the same document.
Program Description

DOCTORAL PSYCHOLOGY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

For the 2027-2028 training year at Dallas County Juvenile Department (DCJD), two interns will be accepted for the 12-month internship beginning August 30, 2027. DCJD is a member of Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Center (APPIC) and our internship site agrees to abide by APPIC policies. (Member # 2564, Match #256411). The DCJD Internship program was granted Accredited, on Contingency status by the CoA as of 07/19/2024.

The internship year will include three rotations, designed to be carried out over 40 hours per week (actual time may vary based on assigned duties). In addition, there may be times when interns are required to work late to meet court deadlines, conduct family training, and family sessions. The completion of 2,000 total hours is required for the internship program, with at least 25% of the Interns’ time spent conducting face-to-face psychological services.

Interns will function as full-time Dallas County employees during their training. All offers of employment are contingent upon obtaining cleared criminal background checks and child abuse registry checks, as well as passing physical and drug screenings. US citizenship is not required. If not a US citizen, authorization to work or to engage in practical training (CPT or OPT) in the US is required. Texas Identification MUST be obtained within 30 days of the start date.  

Psychology Interns will begin the first rotation at the Detention Center at the Henry Wade Juvenile Justice building for Orientation, to tour the facility, and review detention and clinical services policies and procedures. Interns will attend the DCJD New Employee training academy that includes topics mandated by governing bodies. During this rotation, each Intern will observe psychological assessments and crisis screens completed by a supervisor or other clinician. Interns are then observed by a supervisor or clinician, and provided feedback to assist in developing evaluation skills and implementing safety watch plans for crisis intervention. Once the Intern demonstrates adequate competency, the Intern will be able to work independently. Within this rotation, there may be a possibility to work with males in residential drug treatment.

Interns will rotate to residential facilities: The Letot Campus and/or Medlock/Youth Village. Given the environment and population we serve, training and rotations are subject to change due to unforeseeable circumstances. The Letot Campus consists of a residential treatment center for post-adjudicated females and a separate facility that includes a 24-hour emergency shelter, a stabilization unit for community youth (males & females), and outpatient therapeutic services. Medlock is a secure facility for post-adjudicated males, and Youth Village is a nonsecure post-adjudicated facility for males.  During the rotations at residential facilities, Psychology Interns will have a modified schedule of four days at designated residential treatment centers and one day at the Detention Center. If the opportunity allows, an intern may be permitted to choose their final rotation.

Each Psychology Intern will be provided didactic training at least two hours per week.  The topics chosen are designed to assist with rotations at different facilities and include topics relevant to the early career Psychologist in general practice. Psychology Interns will have the opportunity to participate in all conferences, trainings or seminars hosted by the Juvenile Department. 

Interns will receive a minimum of two hours of scheduled individual supervision and at least two hours of group supervision per week. At least two hours of individual supervision is provided by psychologists licensed in Texas. Additional supervision may be provided by licensed mental health professionals at DCJD or other professionals with expertise in the area of supervision being delivered. At various times during the training year, interns will meet with and collaborate with multidisciplinary team partners as part of their consultation experience.

If needed and approved by supervisor(s), Interns may complete duties (including supervision) virtually through the use of Microsoft Teams. 

 

Internship Training Opportunities

Populations
Infants:
Toddlers:
Children: Yes
Adolescents: Yes
Adults:
Family: Yes
Older Adults:
Inpatients:
Outpatients: Yes
LGBTQ+: Yes
Ethnic minorities: Yes
Spanish-speaking: Yes
French-speaking:
Deaf/Hearing-impaired:
Students: Yes
International Students:
Rural:
Urban: Yes
Low income: Yes
People without housing: Yes
Other:

(training opportunities continued)

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

(training opportunities continued)

Experience
Health Psychology: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Women's Health:
HIV/AIDS:
Eating Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Sexual Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Sports Psychology:
Rehabilitation Psychology:
Physical Disabilities:
Learning Disabilities: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Developmental Disabilities: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Assessment: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Neuropsychology-Adult:
Neuropsychology-Child: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Serious Mental Illness: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Anxiety Disorders: Experience (21% to 30%)
Trauma/PTSD: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Sexual Abuse: Experience (21% to 30%)
Substance Use Disorders: Experience (21% to 30%)
Forensics/Corrections: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Sexual Offenders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Geropsychology:
Pediatrics:
School: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Counseling: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Vocational/Career Development:
Multicultural Therapy: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Feminist Therapy:
Religion/Spirituality:
Empirically-Supported Treatments: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Public Policy/Advocacy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Program Development/Evaluation:
Supervision: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Research: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Administration: Exposure (1% to 20%)
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: http://dallascounty.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 2024-2025 2025-2026 2026-2027
Number of Completed Applications: 2 2 6 9 19 28
Number of applicants invited for interviews: 2 2 5 9 12 16
Total number of interns: 2 2 2 2 2 2
Total number of interns from APA/CPA accredited programs: 1 2 2 2
Total number of interns from Ph.D. programs: 2 2 1 1
Total number of interns from Psy.D. programs: 1 1 2 2
Total number of interns from Ed.D. programs:
Number of interns that come from a Clinical Psychology program 2 1 1 2
Number of interns that come from a Counseling Psychology program 2
Number of interns that come from a School Psychology program 1 1
Range of integrated assessment reports: lowest number of reports written 30 25 25 180 30 2
Range of integrated assessment reports: highest number of reports written 50 50 250+ 50+ 17
Summary of Post Internship Employment Settings of Each Internship Class (1st Placement)
2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025-2026
Academic teaching:
Community mental health center: 0 0 0 0
Consortium: 0 0 1 0
University Counseling Center: 0 0 0 0
Hospital/Medical Center: 0 0 0 0
Veterans Affairs Health Care System: 0 0 0 0
Psychiatric facility: 0 0 0 0
Correctional facility: 2 2 1 0
Health Maintenance Organization: 0 0 0 0
School district/system: 0 0 0 0
Independent practice setting: 0 0 0 1
Other (Academic Psychology Department): 0 0 0 1
Link to Program's Trainee Admissions, Support, and Outcome Data: https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/juvenile/clinical-services.php
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