DSHS ESH Psychologist 4

About the role

Eastern State Hospital, in Medical Lake, WA, has opportunities for Psychologists to join our highly dedicated team and work closely with our clinical teams and courts. Eastern State Hospital is a fully accredited, psychiatric inpatient, state-owned hospital with the Department of Social and Health Services. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group psychotherapy to support patients' treatment goals designed to empower patients, instill hope, and support self-discovery and independence
• Provide consultation to multidisciplinary treatment teams
• Complete psychological assessments along with supporting clinical documentation
• Provide court-required documentation and expert testimony (as needed)
• Civil and Forensic Hybrid Ward: provide full range of psychological services including individual and group therapy, psychological assessment, behavior management, and consultation; assist treatment team in assessing risk for community integration, provide information to the hospital Risk Review Board, and consultation to the courts to assist in determining suitability for increased community access.
• Discharge Consultation and Involuntary Treatment Act Evaluator: provide structured risk assessments using empirically validated tools for patients approaching discharge readiness; complete evaluations of patients after a finding of incompetency to stand trial to determine eligibility for continued involuntary treatment pursuant to Washington’s Involuntary Treatment Act.

Requirements

• Doctor of Psychology (Ph.D./Psy.D.) in clinical or forensic psychology from an accredited university
• Licensed or eligible to obtain a license in Washington to practice psychology by hire date
• Applicants with completed Ph.D./PsyD pursuing licensure will be considered
• Experience with inpatient civil and forensic populations and/or people with severe behavioral health issues

In‑Training Opportunity

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