Psychologist
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Psychologist
Louisville, KY
Posted 2 weeks ago
About the job
Central State Hospital seeks a licensed psychologist to provide mental health treatment, assessments, crisis intervention, and supervision in a clinical setting.
Requirements
- Licensed by Kentucky Board of Psychology
- Experience with mental health treatment
- Conducting assessments and tests
- Crisis intervention skills
Qualifications
- Ph.D
- or Psy.D
- in psychology
- In process of licensure
- Supervision experience preferred
Full job description
Job Description:
Central State Hospital is seeking a Psychologist
Provides treatment to adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance, developmental, and behavioral health needs.
Develops and/or completes any warranted risk assessments and psychological testing, behavioral plans, and/or individual and group therapies.
Assists in crisis interventions.
Completes initial assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, monitors patient progress, and assists with discharge planning.
Participates in a multidisciplinary treatment team to assess diagnosis, danger, benefit, and least restrictive level of care.
Provides supervision to practicum students and interns, if appropriately credentialed.
Testifies for involuntary commitment hearings as needed (Note: New psychologists receive training, mentorship, and opportunities to observe before independently testifying).
Conduct competency evaluations and occasional criminal responsibility evaluations. Testify when subpoenaed. (Note: Training can also be provided for these tasks).
Preferred Credentials:
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology.
Licensed by the Kentucky Board of Psychology.
Must be in process of pursuing licensure.
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