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Part-Time Supervising Psychologist at the WI Older Adult Clinic

Position Title: Part-Time Supervising Psychologist
Department: Older Adult Clinic
FLSA Status: Non-exempt/part-time (16 hours)
Reports to: Clinic Director
Location: WI Clinical Services, downtown Berkeley - In-person
Compensation: $36,921-$45,906

Revision Date: July, 2026
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The Wright Institute Graduate School of Psychology is seeking a dynamic individual for a part-time supervisor position at its Older Adult Clinic. This position requires a flexible individual who can teach, train, and supervise. The position is based in Berkeley, California. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit The Wright Institute website (www.wi.edu) to learn about the Institute's mission, clinical services, and clinical training.

The Wright Institute's Mission and Values

The mission of the Wright Institute is to educate psychologists to practice at the highest level of professional competence; analyze and evaluate research, theory, and practice; and make appropriate life-long use of the evolving body of psychological knowledge. Consistent with the Institute's values, we prepare psychologists to continually deepen their understanding of the influence of the social and cultural context of their work, to uphold the highest ethical standards, and to recognize the importance of self-awareness for effective professional practice and care.

The Older Adult Clinic (OAC)

The OAC clinic provides free and low-fee, individual and group psychotherapy to under-resourced, community-dwelling Berkeley residents age 55+ through a grant from Berkeley Aging Services. Clients experience a range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, prolonged grief, disordered substance use, disordered eating, emotion dysregulation, complex trauma and post-traumatic stress, chronic interpersonal difficulties, and challenges adapting to age-related changes. Practicum students develop foundational skills in basic counseling from a psychodynamic perspective as well as training in meeting the specific needs of older adults. On a weekly basis, students receive at least 1 hour of individual supervision and 1.5 hours of group supervision/consultation; attend a 2-hour didactic on topics including therapeutic and assessment skills, lifespan developmental models, impact of ageism, competencies in working with older adults, caregiving and health systems, and a variety of issues related to normative and pathological aging. Practicum students also participate in a 1.5-hour clinic case conference which provides them with practice with case presentations and case consultation, as well as exposure to administrative and quality improvement issues. Additionally, students are assigned an advanced OAC clinic student mentor with whom they meet regularly. These meetings provide student clinicians with additional, targeted support regarding clinic procedures, professional development, and case consultation. Students gain experience using Kim and del Prado's (2019) constructive conversation model, apply the ADDRESSING model, and are encouraged to consider the intersection of their own identities, experiences, and responses with their clients, using a culturally curious, humble stance.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the OAC Clinic Director, the supervisor performs clinical supervision, teaching, and training for a team of approximately 12 first year doctoral trainees and 4 advanced doctoral trainees, working in close collaboration with the Director as an integral member of the clinical team. The candidate should have a strong foundation of knowledge of geropsychology theory and practice, grounded in a psychodynamic orientation, along with an ability to teach, supervise, and train students. The candidate will coordinate and collaborate with a team of supervisors to cover clinical emergencies during clinic hours (8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Mondays to Fridays).

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is licensed in California, psychodynamically oriented in both clinical approach and case conceptualization, and experienced in working with diverse adult and older adult populations. The candidate is someone excited to use their creativity to address interesting and dynamic training and clinical challenges. They are energized by the numerous possibilities to provide workable solutions to complex problems. They should also enjoy being part of a supervisory and clinical team working closely with the Director, and the opportunities to model and lead with humility, curiosity, and compassion.

Specific Responsibilities and Qualifications

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Please submit the full application, a CV, and letter of interest using the form below.

Questions may be sent to Susan Ryan, PsyD at sryan@wi.edu. References will be requested upon invitation to interview.

 

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