Psychological Assistant - Generalist Adult Team

About the Role

Provides mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services under supervision of a licensed Psychologist or Psychiatrist. Collaborates with healthcare teams to develop and evaluate individualized treatment plans for adults and children with diverse mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates clinical treatment programs, including outpatient psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups.
• Performs psychological assessments, interprets test results, and maintains confidential records.
• Collaborates with physicians on medication evaluation and utilizes community resources for patient care.
• Provides psychoeducational classes, supervises mental health trainees, and offers support to patients' families.
• Consults with supervisors and healthcare providers to monitor patient progress and safety, reporting concerns as needed.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Clinical, Counseling, Health, or School Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a minimum one-year psychology internship.
• Psychologist license within 24 months of hire and registration as a Psychological Assistant.
• Experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric conditions, with knowledge of DSM-V and evidence-based practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with ethical professionalism and teamwork orientation.

Additional Information

• Familiarity with psychological testing, crisis intervention, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to work in a partnership environment and complete licensure within two years post-supervised hours.