Licensed Psychologist - Part Time

About the Role

The Licensed Psychologist within the Psychiatric Practices is responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of therapeutic services. They deliver a full range of inpatient and/or outpatient services to individuals and groups impacted by behavioral health issues (addiction/substance use and mental health), recognizing the role of trauma in development and adjustment. The psychologist demonstrates a warm, empathic, and hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery, and is trained in trauma-informed care to provide services in a sensitive and responsive environment.

The Licensed Psychologist reports to the Assistant Director of Adult Psychiatric Practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, marital, and family counseling in alignment with contractual agreements.
• Complete diagnostic intake assessments to ensure medical necessity is present, in a timely manner, and provide appropriate referrals based on client needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans within expected time frames, consistent with evidence-based practices and regulatory requirements.
• Provide consultations to Freeman’s Inpatient facilities as required or directed.
• Provide and interpret psychological testing in accordance with the scope of their credentials.
• Offer consultation and education to intra-agency and community groups and institutions on behavioral health topics, as approved by the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Provide crisis services for patients during regular daytime operations.
• Adhere to system quality and documentation standards as identified by accrediting agencies, Center and program policies and procedures, and local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Regularly collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of providers within Psychiatric Practices and other program components of the Center.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must hold at least a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or a related field.
• Licensed Psychologist in the State of Missouri.

Physical Requirements

• Normal office environment with prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, stooping, and occasional lifting.
• Requires normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Ability to remain calm during stressful events, occasionally work irregular hours, and work with exasperated individuals.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• TB test required upon hire.