General Info

The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) has four Pre-doctoral Clinical Psychology externship positions for current Ph.D/Psy.D. students as part of their training prior to internship. Two positions in Child and Family Behavioral Health Services (CFBHS); one position in Emergency Services ; and two positions in the West End Wellness Center . See the links below for more information.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, clinical work will include varying levels of in-person contact with clients dependent on needs.  Social distancing and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided. Telehealth is utilized.  

The externship start date is September 12, 2022 – May 2023, end date flexible. The required day for team meetings is every Thursday. Prerequisite training includes at least one therapy practicum experience prior to start date. 

How to Apply

• Please include: Cover letter, CV, de-identified testing report for a child or adolescent and three letters of recommendation.
• Please indicate which program you are interested in applying for.  Applying to all or two or more of the options is acceptable. 

• Due date:  January 28, 2022; submit by email to Shushan.Campbell@alexandriava.gov.  Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

• Finalists will be invited for interviews in February or early March.
• Position Descriptions:
  • Child and Family Behavioral Health Services
  • Emergency Services  
    
  • West End Wellness Center

Contact Information

Shushan Campbell, Ph.D. 
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Director of Psychology Externship
720 N St. Asaph Street
Alexandria, VA 20314
O: 703.746.3400
C:703.346.9298
Shushan.Campbell@alexandriava.gov