APA Accredited Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Program
The Citrus Health Network Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA) and is a member of the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC).
Treatment experiences are available in a broad array of programs:
Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit (ACSU)
Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU)
Outpatient Psychotherapy
Behavioral Medicine
Statewide Inpatient Psychiatric Program (SIPP)/ Center for Adolescent Treatment Services (CATS)
Foster Care Programs
Early Childhood Development (ECD)
Training is in the area of Clinical Psychology with the goal of preparing candidates for licensure and subsequent Board Certification.
This program offers:
A rich program of didactic seminars, colloquia & supervision with a large faculty body
Emphasis on the integration of science and practice with sensitivity to cultural diversity and individual differences
A multiethnic, largely Hispanic population
Opportunity for program development, training and expansion
Opportunity to gain experience in supervising others
Opportunity to conduct research
Residents who complete the program successfully earn a certificate in Clinical Psychology.
Citrus Health Network is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association for a Postdoctoral Residency Program, the only APA-accredited program in the State of Florida, and the first in the nation, to be based in a community mental health center. In addition, the training program is a member of the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) and observes all rules for intern and postdoctoral resident selection as established by that organization.
Citrus Health Network is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The program employs staff at all levels that are represented and competent to provide services to various age and cultural groups. The program amply demonstrates its equal opportunity practices, which conform to all laws against discrimination and is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, color, ethnicity, language, age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, or social and economic status.
For more information on the Citrus Health Network Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Program, please contact the Office of Education and Training at psychologyprogram@citrushealth.com.
Citrus Health Network Postdoctoral Psychology Residency Handbook
Postdoctoral Residency Admissions, Support, and Initial Placement Data
Date Program Tables are updated: 02/13/2024
Program Disclosures
| Does the program or institution require students, trainees, and/or staff (faculty) to comply with specific policies or practices related to the institution’s affiliation or purpose? | No |
|---|---|
| If yes, provide website link (or content from brochure) where this specific information is presented: | N/A |
Postdoctoral Program Admissions
The Citrus Health Network Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA) and is a member of the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC). Treatment experiences are available in a broad array of programs: Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU); Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit (ACSU); Foster Care Programs; Outpatient Psychotherapy; Behavioral Medicine; Statewide Inpatient Psychiatric Program (SIPP), Early Childhood Development (ECD). There is also a substance use disorder experience integrated into the behavioral medicine and outpatient psychotherapy placement experiences.
Training is in the area of Clinical Psychology with the goal of preparing candidates for licensure and subsequent Board Certification. This program offers: A rich program of didactic seminars, colloquia & supervision with a large faculty body; Emphasis in the integration of science and practice with sensitivity to cultural diversity; and individual differences; A multi-ethnic, largely Hispanic population; Opportunity for program development, training, and expansion; Opportunity to gain experience in supervising others; Opportunity to conduct research. Residents who complete the program successfully earn a certificate in Clinical Psychology.
Program Aims:
- To increase and refine resident's ability to integrate clinical theory and practice in the application of knowledge, assessment, and clinical skills in the practice of psychology.
- To use critical thinking to identify and respond to diversity.
- To heighten the resident's sense of professionalism.
Competencies:
- Integration of Science and Practice
- Individual and Cultural Diversity
- Ethical and Legal Standards and Policy
- Education and Systems
Application Checklist:
- Cover Letter
- Completed Post Doctoral Residency Application Form ((DOWNLOAD FORM))
- Letter of Interest for Specific Program(s) – Top 3 choices in order of preference
- 2 Letters of Recommendation addressed to Training Director and sent directly from a Professional Source
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter from an APA Accredited Doctoral Program stating that all degree requirements will be completed by August 1st
Describe any other required minimum criteria used to screen applicants:
N/A
Financial and Other Benefit Support for Upcoming Training Year*
| Annual Stipend/Salary for Full-time Residents | $60,000 |
|---|---|
| Annual Stipend/Salary for Half-time Residents | N/A |
| Program provides access to medical insurance for resident? | Yes |
| If access to medical insurance is provided: | Trainee contribution to cost required? Yes |
| Coverage of family member(s) available? | Yes |
| Coverage of legally married partner available? | Yes |
| Coverage of domestic partner available? | Yes |
| Hours of Annual Paid Personal Time Off (PTO and/or Vacation) | 120 |
| Hours of Annual Paid Sick Leave | 0 |
| In the event of medical conditions and/or family needs that require extended leave, does the program allow reasonable unpaid leave to interns/residents in excess of personal time off and sick leave? | Yes |
| Other Benefits (please describe): | 80 Hours of Paid Time Off (includes vacation and sick leave); 40 Hours of Education Leave; 6 paid holidays a year; Limited Life Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision plans available at a small cost to trainee. Citrus Health Network is a qualified site for the National Loan Repayment Program - more info at https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/index.html. Citrus Health Network is both a HRSA designated NHSC and STAR approved facility. |
*Note. Programs are not required by the Commission on Accreditation to provide all benefits listed in this table
Initial Post-Residency Positions (Provide an Aggregated Tally for the Preceding 3 Cohorts)
| Year | # of Residents |
|---|---|
| 2019-2022 | 14 |
| Total # of residents who remain in training in the residency program | 0 |
| PD | 0 |
| EP | 0 |
| Academic teaching | 0 |
| Community mental health center | 4 |
| Consortium | 0 |
| University Counseling Center | 0 |
| Hospital/Medical Center | 0 |
| Veterans Affairs Health Care System | 0 |
| Psychiatric facility | 1 |
| Correctional facility | 2 |
| Health maintenance organization | 0 |
| School district/system | 0 |
| Independent practice setting | 1 |
| Other | 6 |
For concerns or questions specific to the program's accreditation, please contact:
The Commission on Accreditation
750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242
(202)-336-5979
Resources:
Psychology Residency Program Application
2023 Post Doctoral Residency Admissions, Support and Initial Placement Data
Citrus Health Network - Programs & Services
Citrus Health Network Postdoctoral Psychology Residency Handbook