Clinical Psychologist FQHC

About the role

The Clinical Psychologist will complete intakes, diagnostic appointments, and consultations, providing caregivers with a detailed diagnostic report. They will also provide clinical oversight to contract psychologists and interns. They will ensure diagnostic practices are in alignment with Damar’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Conducts timely and thorough autism evaluations for assigned clients
• Attends mandatory staff meeting and other meetings as assigned
• Serves as a supervisor and provides training to assigned psychology students/interns
• Completes approximately 10-12 appointments per week
• Supervises and provides training to assigned psychology students/interns
• Reviews and signs psychology student’s work
• Ensures clinical competence of contract psychologists
• Completes diagnostic interviews and uses screening tools to evaluate the need for further testing
• Makes a clinical determination on the most appropriate assessments, measures, and tests to rule in or out a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
• Completes all documentation, including but not limited to, evaluation reports within 15 business days of the date of service
• Enters billing notes for all services provided
• Provides recommendations to caregivers both when a diagnosis is given and when a diagnosis is not
• Utilizes a trauma assumed approach when addressing client problem behavior
• Sets up and maintains a professional demeanor when interacting with parents, school, medical personnel, and others

Requirements

• PsyD or PhD
• A minimum of 2 years completing diagnostic assessments
• HSPP endorsement
• Minimum age of 18 per licensure requirements
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)

Qualifications

• Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Benefits

• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan
• Participation
• Takes care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

• Full-time position