Tuesday Newsday: Tuesday May 16, 2023

PSY/CD Graduation Celebration on June 9th 6 p.m.-9p.m. at the Madonna Inn!

We're  excited to celebrate with you!  You can drop by the office to buy a ticket, or contact psycd@calpoly.edu for Venmo information! 

A Peek at Grad Celebrations Past...Professor Danielson and Dr. Jipson co-taught a class and it led to this! Join us for more shenanigans this year!

Registration for Fall 2023 Begins Next Week!

Apply for a 2022-23 PSY/CD Student Travel Award

The Psychology & Child Development Department has approved the use of limited discretionary funds during the 2022-23 academic year for reimbursement of student expenses related to presenting at a conference (in person or virtual).  This award is also available to graduate students attending workshops or other professional development opportunities

Any Psychology or Child Development major, or Psychology graduate student, who spends personal funds towards such an activity may apply for a PSY/CD Student  Award. Students may apply for one conference/workshop reimbursement per academic year. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through June 1, 2023.

Please follow these steps at least 2 weeks before the event (if possible).

• STEP 1: Fill out the Student Award Application as soon as you know you will be requesting financial support to present at a conference or attending a workshop. You can request the application form from Beatriz Peralta bperal01@calpoly.edu
• STEP 2: If award application is approved, student will be emailed a Travel Request Form. Student are asked to submit this form at least 10 days prior to the conference.
• STEP 3: Following the conference, preapproved students must send the following information to Christi Brizzolara (cbrizzol@calpoly.edu).
  • Registration fee receipt
  • Description of your experience at the conference/workshop, and a reflection on how attendance contributed to your professional growth (1-2 pages)
  • If a conference, evidence of your authorship role, such as an acceptance letter or copy of the conference program that includes your name and the title of your presentation.

Student Advisory Committee 

The PSYCD Student Advisory Committee provides consultation to the faculty on relevant undergraduate and graduate student issues.

They are ready to bring your comments and concerns to the department so email any member directly. Read about and find contact information for the committee members here: Student Advisory Committee   

Graduation Stoles

These are our most recent job postings. For previously posted opportunities, see here or use the Tuesday Newsday archives at the bottom of this page.

Transitions Mental Health Association: Clinical/Social Work Position

Here is a link to the job posting: http://atsod.com/j/s.cfm/14XO.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Cindy Linker Behavioral Health Navigator, Transitions Mental Health Association (805)459-3409 clinker@tmha.org

Country Cottage Preschool: Teacher Positions

Country Cottage Preschool is looking for a full-time (preferred) or a part-time teacher to join our team! Our program cares for children ages 2-5. We have a 2/3 year old program, and a 4/5 year old program. We are looking for a teacher with classroom experience that can assist co-teachers in a positive, close knit, team environment. Furthermore, applicants should have great attendance, a positive attitude, and a love for working with children in the age ranges we serve. Our program is open 7:45 – 5:30 and applicants must be flexible on scheduling. Shifts we are looking for: Full-time (PREFERRED) Part-time (Monday through Friday) 830-130, 9-2, 1-5:30 When you apply, please specify if you are able to work full-time or part-time. $17-20/hour. Please submit cover letter, references, resume, and unofficial transcripts or proof of completed or in progress coursework in ECE or child development to info@countrycottageslo.com 

TRUST Automation: Part time Preschool Teacher Assistant  

Trust Children's Center is a high quality, children's center born out of the belief in work-life balance and the importance of our children. Trust Children's Center's curriculum incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) and the philosophies of the Outdoor Classroom into natural children's play. The Trust Children's Center is a self-run, day care center sponsored by Trust Automation. Employees of the Trust Children's Center are employed by Trust Automation, a fast-growing company in San Luis Obispo which designs, builds, and supports control and power management systems.

The Teacher Assistant position will be responsible for assisting with the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all children attending the Children’s Center. Age groups may include infants, toddlers and/or preschool age children. Pay scale for this position - $16 to $18 hourly

https://trustchildrenscenter.com/about-us/jobs

Family Care Network

Rehabilitation Specialist

Social Worker/Therapist

Pay Scale $65,520.00 - $90,854.40: 40 hrs. - Full-Time/Exempt position in San Luis Obispo County.

• Provide case management and social work services, including: case assessment, treatment planning,progress reports and evaluations, scheduling of required appointments, parent support, training, maintaining regular case notes of client and agency activities and attending multi-disciplinary treatment team or similar meetings.
• Provide mental health services, including: assessment, child and family team meetings, individual, group and family therapy, rehabilitation, brokerage crisis intervention.
• Provide transitional living services including life skill assessment and skill development in critical life domains. May supervise In-home support or youth development staff. 
• Must be able to work with clients with severe emotional needs in diverse settings, including family homes, residential care, juvenile justice facilities, schools, and other community settings.

Program Supervisor/Transitional Aged Youth Program

Pay Scale $$72,612.80 - $92,955.20: 40 hrs. - Full-Time/Exempt position in San Luis Obispo County.

• Program Supervisor shall be responsible for providing supervision and direction in case management, social work and therapeutic activities in their assigned program, including, but not limited to the following:
  • Assigning caseload
  • Conducting regularly scheduled staff meetings;
  • Reviewing treatment plans, incident reports, case notes, required documentation and related MediCal procedures and requirements;
  • Coordinating services with other FCNI programs.
• Ability to provide on-call 24/7 support as assigned.
• Ability to provide strong leadership within the organization and the community.
• May represent the agency or participate in whatever community meetings, workshops/seminars, public or private advisory boards, or professional organizations as best serves the agency, and as authorized by the COO/Director of Clinical Services.
• Provide counseling services, facilitation and coordination of multi-agency child and family team meeting and crisis interventions as assigned.
• Supervise staff in:
  • Performance evaluations
  • Corrective Action Plans
  • Provide individual supervision as needed
  • Facilitate group supervision meetings
  • Provide BBS clinical supervision within scope of BBS guidelines (when eligible and assigned)
  • Participate in the hiring and training of staff as assigned

Apply: Careers in Environmental + Youth Activism

Looking for a career that allows you to learn skills in advocacy and organizing? The Student PIRGs are hiring for positions starting in Fall 2023, with some immediate positions available, to make a difference on important problems facing our communities. Apply today.

Looking for paid experiences working with children? Be sure to join the Poly Child Development Club Jobs Facebook group! I know - Facebook! So old school BUT THERE ARE OPPORTUNITIES! :)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I learn more about senior project?

We have updated information about Senior Projects on the department website.

• PSY/CD 461 is a seminar-style class where you attend class and work with a team to identify an area of interest and conduct a literature review on that topic. Registration for this is through the usual process.
• PSY/CD 462 is a supervision-mode class where your team gets matched with a faculty advisor who guides you in developing and conducting a project related to your literature review from PSY/CD 461. The final deliverable includes a written paper that usually consists of sections typical to APA articles (Abstract, Literature Review, Method, Results, Discussion, References).Registration for this is by permission number given out during PSY/CD 461.

Planning your schedule for the year?

We have updated the Tentative Course Offerings link to reflect the courses we are offering this academic year. REMEMBER, however, things can change so check back often. 

And as always....

What Kind of Advising is Available?

I have a question related to GE requirements...

The advisors in The College of Liberal Arts Advising Center can answer your questions about General Education (GE) requirements, registration, academic planning, support services, major changes, and academic policies and procedures.Additional useful academic resources can be found on Cal Poly's Enrolled Students web page, including links to the Cal Poly catalog, registration information, academic records and evaluations, finals schedules, etc. Website: https://cla.calpoly.edu/student-resources

I have a question related to major and/or minor requirements in Psychology, Child Development, or Gerontology...

The Psychology and Child Development Department has several faculty members who serve as academic advisors for our majors and minors. Students are invited to attend office hours or make appointments with any of these advisors. For advisor contact information and office hours, click here.

For 2022-23, the Academic Advisors are:

I have a question about graduate school and/or careers...

All active faculty in the Psychology and Child Development Department hold weekly office hours to support students in talking about educational and career plans. For advisor contact information and office hours, click here.

Career Paths & Faculty Advisors

PSY/CD Advising Structure

The main roles of each of our advisors is outlined below, however our motto is: When in Doubt, Seek Someone Out!  You are welcome to contact any faculty member for support and they will direct you to the most appropriate person depending on your needs.  Click here PSY/CD Advising to read about the new PSY/CD process for helping you!

How Can I Sign Up for an Appointment?

Office hours are posted on the PSY/CD Website (or use QR code below). Unless indicated, office hours are opportunities to drop-in with advising questions, career/graduate school questions, or just to introduce yourself and chat.