Mar 28, 2024

Summer 2024 Research Assistant Positions with The Early Childhood Interaction Lab

The Early Childhood Interaction Lab, directed by Dr. Geetha Ramani, seeking bright and motivated volunteer undergraduate 
research assistants for Summer 2024. Students will assist with data collection for studies evaluating online interventions designed to improve math and working memory skills in young children.
 
Description:    
Research in the Early Childhood Interaction Lab focuses on understanding how young children's social interactions and play influences early math learning. We also examine factors that influence math development, such as language, social, and cognitive skills.

Undergraduate research assistants are a highly valued part of the ECI Lab and have opportunities to experience all aspects of the research process. This is an excellent opportunity for students seeking research experience in preparation for graduate school!

The summer position is paid or can be for credit. Paid RAs are asking to commit to at least 10 hours a week, and up to 20. Must be in the area and able to come to the lab in-person, located in Benjamin Building in College Park campus.

Responsibilities: 
-Assist with subject recruitment
-Data entry in Excel and SPSS
-Transcription of video-recorded interactions
-Can commit to at least two semester with the lab (Spring and Summer preferred)
-Must be willing to commit 6-9 hours 

Qualifications: 
-Prior research experience preferred
-Experience working with young children and diverse populations is preferred

How To Apply:
Interested applicants should send their application to lab manager Ninie Asad (ninie@umd.edu). Include a resume, unofficial transcript, and a short explanation as to why you would be interested in joining the lab

Mar 27, 2024

First-Gen Terps: Navigating the Medical School Application Process Event

First-Gen Terps: Navigating the Medical School Application Process 
Wednesday, March 27 
8:00 PM

Calling all First-Gen Terps! Navigating the medical school application process and the first year of medical school can be daunting. Please join us for a virtual conversation with former first-gen Terps who are currently enrolled at Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine; they will be talking about the application process, procuring loans, paying for medical school, gap year options, and some experiences from their time in med school. This will be a virtual panel, held on Wednesday, March 27 from 8-9PM EST.

Share Your Voice @ The PSYC Multicultural Town Hall: Tonight, Wednesday 3/27. FREE Food, Community, and Fellowship!

Wednesday, March 27th 
4:30 - 6:00 pm
BPS 1140

Join PSYC students and faculty for dinner and discussion about diversity and inclusion in the undergraduate psychology program. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their ideas for
building a culture of greater inclusion and learn about the results of the multicultural survey!

RSVP here

Mar 26, 2024

Undergraduate Psychology Association LinkedIn and Resume Building Workshop

Undergraduate Psychology Association  
General Business Meeting #2
Wednesday, April 10 
5:30 pm-6:30 pm
1140B Biology-Psychology Bldg. 

LinkedIn and Resume Building Workshop: How To Market Yourself As An Undergraduate Psychology Student. 

Social Work Grad School Virtual Fair: Thurs. 4/25

 

Social Work Grad School Virtual Fair - April 25, 2024

Social Work Grad School Virtual Fair  - April 25, 2024

BSOS Etiquette Dinner: Tues. April 9. Register ASAP

BSOS Etiquette Dinner  

Tuesday, April 9, 2024 | 5 – 7 pm
Registration required

Join the Feller Center and our team of experts for an 4-course etiquette dinner. It’s a perfect opportunity for you to polish your skills and gain key tips regarding not only dinner place settings and utensil use, but also the art of dinner conversation! *Open to BA and BS current UMD BSOS majors.

Business casual attire is suggested. All attendees will also receive a Feller Center padfolio.

Questions? Contact Liza Lebrun, Assistant Director for Internships & Experiential Learning- Felle
Center, BSOS at llebrun@umd.edu. Registration will close when we reach capacity or April 5.

LEAD Lab Research Assistant Positions


The Language, Experience, and Development (LEAD) Lab team studies how children’s early experiences—both favorable and adverse—influence their neural, cognitive, and academic development.
 
Description:     
Research Assistants will assist with the PLANES (Preschool Language and Neural Engagement Study) project. This study will investigate factors that contribute to socioeconomic differences in neurocognitive development and associated protective factors that promote resilience in preschool aged children (3-5 years). The study utilizes observational, experimental, and noninvasive neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, fNIRS) to examine how caregiver-child interaction relates to the development of brain networks that support language, executive functioning, and social cognition.

Responsibilities:
Research Assistants in the LEAD Lab engage in a variety of tasks, including recruiting participants, facilitating child and family visits to the lab, assisting with neuroimaging sessions, examining videos for patterns of parent-child interaction, and much more! RAs will likely work 15-20 hours per week during the summer and 6-10 hours per week during AY 2024-2025, and some of this work will likely occur on evenings/weekends when families are available.

Qualifications/Requirements: 
The LEAD Lab is interested in applicants with a range of experiences, and we especially encourage students without previous research experience to apply. Applicants with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, history of/interest in working with children and families, commitment to collaboration, and interest in the intersections of developmental psychology, developmental cognitive neuroscience, and educational equity may find a good fit in the LEAD Lab.

How To Apply:
Interested applicants should fill out the lab’s interest/application form using the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDTYImHg74EbErzc2uw4UX635ZTPfyQyl6FB0-n0szZE50kw/viewform

Federal Career Info Sessions and Workshops

Explore Federal Career Options: Upcoming Sessions  

USAJobs invites BSOS students to attend one of their upcoming virtual information sessions and workshops. Read more and register.

Navigating USAJOBS (Finding and Applying for Federal Jobs)
April 2, 2024 | 2-3:30pm
This overview covers key aspects of USAJOBS, the main online portal for Federal employment. The session includes how to create and manage a USAJOBS account/profile, tips on searching for Federal jobs, reviewing job announcements, applying for jobs, and how to follow up.

Writing Your Resume for Federal Jobs
April 9, 2024 | 2-3:30pm
This session reviews unique aspects of writing a résumé that is specifically customized to apply for Federal jobs. Learn what information is required for a résumé that will make you more effective in the Federal hiring process. You will learn what to include, things to avoid, and what makes a résumé for Federal employment different from those used for private sector and other employment.

Interviewing for Federal Jobs

April 11, 2024 | 2-3:30pm
Participants will be equipped to prepare for and engage in successful interviews for Federal jobs. We will cover actions you should take prior to, on the day of, and after your interview. Also, you will learn about the kinds of interviewing methods used by Federal agencies, the types of questions that may be asked during the interview, and how best to respond.

Pathways Programs for Students and Recent Graduates
April 18, 2024 | 2-3:30pm
Participants will learn about the three Pathways Programs, i.e., the Internship Program, Recent Graduates Program, and Presidential Management Fellows Program. You will know eligibility requirements for each Program, i.e., what is the same and what distinguishes the Programs from one another. You will learn how you can find and apply for positions under each of the Pathways Programs.

The Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning has additional resources and individual appointments available for BSOS undergraduate majors. Read more.

Mar 22, 2024

Don't Miss The How To Become A Psychologist Panel On Wed. 4/3

How To Become A Psychologist Panel  
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
5:00 pm-6:00 pm
1140 A-B Biology-Psychology Building

Event Description:
This Event will feature a diverse panel of Academic and Applied Psychologists who will share their knowledge, guidance, and lived experiences relative to the education, training, and steps for becoming a Psychologist. Topics will include an overview of the versatile roles Psychologists perform, the Doctoral Degree Application Process, Licensure Requirements, undergraduate activities to prepare one for a Psychologist Career, and how to assess if the Psychologist Path is the right fit. 

Featured Panelists: 
Dr. Joseph Barnet, PhD. Experimental Social Psychologist 
Dr. Monica Kearney, PhD. Counseling Psychologist 
Dr. Cale Wright, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist 
Dr. Sara Barth, PhD., Personnel Psychologist 
Dr. Rosalind Sheppard, PhD., School Psychologist

Register/RSVP HERE

Get Your Foot In The Door For A Job or Internship With The Ivymount School!

Ivymount School Career Shuttle: Friday, April 5th
  
The Department of Psychology Office of Undergraduate Studies is offering a Career Shuttle To The Ivymount School in Rockville, MD on Friday, April 5, 2024 from 8:30 am-1:00 pm. 

The Ivymount School and Organization, is a nonprofit organization that provides trusted educational, therapeutic, and professional services and products that invest in the abilities of neurodivergent children and young adults.  

During this on-site visit students will learn about:
*Neurodiversity and the populations Ivymount serves
*Ivymount Programs and Services
*Evidence-Based Models Ivymount Utilizes and Practices
*Internship Opportunities and How To Apply
*Bachelor’s Degree Job Titles/Positions
*Advanced Degree Career Paths of Ivymount Staff

Eligibility Requirements:
*Must be a currently enrolled University of Maryland Undergraduate Student 
*Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
*No outstanding judicial violations with The University
*No Friday Class Conflicts
*Availability between the hours of 8:30 am and 1:00 pm on Friday 4/5
*A completed and approved short application that is approved by the Dept. of Psychology

How To Apply:
Space is limited to 20 students. To apply, complete this application survey in full by Friday, March 29th, 2024. More information can be found HERE.

Questions:
Contact Steve Young, Senior Advisor @ syoung17@umd.edu

Let's Talk Grad School Zoom Event: Wed. 3/27 @ 5:00 pm

Thinking about applying to PhD programs in psychology? 

Join us on Zoom on 
Wednesday, March 27th from 5-6pm.

Dr. Margaret Echelbarger is an Assistant Professor at Stony Brook University and the founder of "Let’s Talk Grad School", an award-winning initiative aimed at demystifying the “hidden curriculum” for underrepresented students in academia. Dr. Echelbarger will discuss tips and tricks to find the perfect program for you and prepare a successful application. 

Mar 20, 2024

Introducing The Human Development Major Honors Program

Apply HERE
Program Flyer

Eligibility Requirements:
-Be a current HD major
-Maintain an overall 3.5 GPA
-Have taken 9 HD major credits, including EDHD 306

About The Human Development Major Honors Program: 
-12 credits of advanced coursework
-Graduate with distinction in honors
-Work one-on-one with a faculty advisor
-Take graduate-level courses
-Be immersed in diversity and global science

APPLICATIONS DUE MAY 1ST FOR FALL 2024 ADMISSION

Contact the Honors Program Director, Dr. Melanie Killen, at
coehdhonors@umd.edu for any inquiries!

Visit https://education.umd.edu/human-development-honors-program for more information.

Psychiatric Rehab Career/Hiring Event for Upcoming & Recent Grads

Key Point Health Services  Career Open Houses between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Friday, April 5th @ 1012 S North Point Rd. Baltimore, MD 21222
Tuesday, April 9th @ 135 N. Parke St. Aberdeen, MD 21001

More information HERE and HERE

Hiring for positions that include Licensed Mental Health Therapists & Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Counselors. 

-On the spot Interviews!
-Light refreshments will be provided and
-Raffle Give aways!

Mar 18, 2024

Internship Opportunity with The UMD Together Program

Title: Intern
Program: University of Maryland, TOGETHER Program
Job Status: Part-Time Employment (unpaid, but possible course credit)


Background: The TOGETHER Program/JUNTOS en PAREJA is psychoeducational program developed by two professors at the University of Maryland (UMD). TOGETHER is designed to promote healthy couple relationships and economic stability and mobility for low to moderate income couples. The TOGETHER Program operates under a grant from the Federal government and operates in conformity with Federal grant requirements.

Join the TOGETHER Team as an undergraduate intern and gain valuable experience in your field! There are plenty of opportunities for growth as a TOGETHER intern. Many previous interns continued to be hired as marketing assistants or case managers, and/or learn necessary skills and tools, and receive helpful recommendations, before applying to a masters program. See below for more information.

Responsibilities
1. Attend required trainings including Human Subjects (CITI), Introduction to TOGETHER, Marketing and Recruitment, Domestic Violence and Child Maltreatment, Initial Contact and Registration, Intake and Enrollment, Workshop Support, as well as any other trainings deemed necessary by the Intern Supervisor.

2. Attend weekly internship/volunteership meetings with Intern Supervisor and fellow peers to discuss weekly tasks, check in about updates, and discuss questions/concerns.

3. Receive a total of 2 evaluations: a midterm evaluation and a final evaluation.

4. Participant in initial contact and registration with potential participants by email and phone under supervision.

5. Assist case managers as workshop support. Assemble workshop materials for upcoming in person sessions around the DMV area.

6. Observe workshop sessions (required to observe sessions 1 through 6 by the end of the internship contract) and complete fidelity forms of observations.

7. Participate in marketing, advertising, flyering, and recruitment of potential participants. This involves managing social media outlets, flyering on UMD campus and surrounding areas, emailing recruitment contacts about the program, researching potential new recruitment contacts, and attending recruitment events in the surrounding area.

8. Research possible partners, licensed child care providers, recruitment contacts, and referral agencies and update related databases.

9. Shadow at least (2) TOGETHER employees and observe one or more of their tasks to gain an understanding of their position in the program.

10. Track internship/volunteership hours and tasks on a Weekly Activity Report on a weekly basis and upload to Box.com regularly.

Professional Learning Goals
1. Through participation in this internship/volunteership, students will come to understand and adhere to the community intervention research procedures including Human Subjects Protection and various research protocols.

2. Through participation in this internship/volunteership, students will improve their cultural competencies, communication skills, and learn how to work with at-risk couples with diverse cultural, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

3. Through participation in this internship/volunteership, students will increase their knowledge in the following areas:
a. Marketing and Recruitment for a non-profit organization
b. Data Collection for a research-based project
c. Administration of program specifics (e.g., organization, tracking and reporting)
d. Customer Services skills (e.g., communication)

Qualifications
Local to University of Maryland (required).
College undergraduate student in a relevant field such as psychology, sociology, public health, family science, etc. (preferred).
Bilingual applicants (fluent in English and Spanish) preferred.

We are doing rolling admission for those who are Bilingual Spanish speakers. We will be accepting applications for English and Bilingual Spanish speakers for the Summer: 05/01 and Fall: 08/01

How To Apply:
Email your resume and a statement of interest to: togetherumd@gmail.com

Full-time Youth/Young Adult Coordinator Position with The Arc of Prince George's County

Youth/Young Adult Coordinator  
The Arc Prince George's County
Apply HERE

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Program Director, the Youth/Young Adult Coordinator will serve as part of a multidisciplinary team, and through the use of his or her personal lived experience to connect with, validate, inspire, and provide support to transition-age youth diagnosed with serious mental health conditions in reaching their goals and increase community awareness of mental health challenges and coping techniques among transition-age youth. The Youth/Young Adult Coordinator is responsible for providing peer support services and systems navigation; This position has no direct reports.

Position Responsibilities:
-Assist clients in developing self-advocacy and negotiating skills. Serve as a role model to clients in communication, health and wellness, and conflict resolution.
-Share lived experience, as appropriate, to establish credibility and trust with clients and their families, and as part of a team in community outreach and education efforts.
-Assist the team in partnering with clients to support engagement in services, articulate preferences and concerns, and identify people within their support network and new resources that will support their personal goal attainment.
-Facilitate individual and group meetings with clients that promote sharing, learning, and growth and are designed to meet the individualized needs of each client (e.g., unstructured topical groups, skill-based groups, etc.).
-Assist team with championing initiatives to increase client engagement in services.
-Provide program evaluation support to the Program Evaluator and Program Director of Education & Community Engagement.
-Provide peer support services and systems navigation to clients.

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