Psychologist

About the role

Join one of the largest employers in the state of Indiana by working at Richmond State Hospital. You'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Richmond State Hospital is a public behavioral health facility serving adults across Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Assessments and Provide Diagnostic Insight
• Administers initial and annual psychological assessments for all patients to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Performs psychological testing, scoring, interpretation, and written reports to inform clinical decision-making.
• Engage in Treatment Planning and Collaboration
• Participates in clinical treatment meetings to contribute psychological expertise to interdisciplinary care.
• Provides recommendations for specialized psychological evaluation and treatment according to the goals outlined in the master treatment plan to align care with patient needs.
• Ensures patient involvement and participation in treatment planning and implementation to promote engagement and recovery.
• Deliver Therapeutic Interventions and Support
• Provides evidence-based, recovery-oriented therapeutic interventions to patients in individual and/or group format to address mental health needs.
• Maintains a therapeutic alliance with the patient and family/caregivers and facilitate family therapy to strengthen support systems.
• Provides evidence-based therapeutic and psychoeducational interventions for campus-wide active treatment groups to promote shared learning and recovery.
• Document and Uphold Standards
• Completes documentation of all aspects of patient contact per facility, departmental, and HIPAA guidelines to ensure compliance and continuity of care.

Requirements

• Ability to utilize various sources of data to determine changing clinical needs of hospital population and the ability to plan and/or alter psychological practice accordingly.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Knowledge of psychological theory, practice, and applicable laws pertaining to the practice of psychology in Indiana.
• Knowledge of the State of Indiana rules and statutes and HIPAA regulations pertaining to patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of the professional ethical guidelines delineated by the American Psychological Association.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to administer, interpret, and incorporate psychological assessment materials to address salient diagnostic and treatment issues.
• Ability to supervise master’s level clinicians and practicum students, if applicable.
• Possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Must hold a valid license as a Psychologist by the Indiana State Psychology Board.

Qualifications

• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Ability to utilize various sources of data to determine changing clinical needs of hospital population and the ability to plan and/or alter psychological practice accordingly.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Knowledge of psychological theory, practice, and applicable laws pertaining to the practice of psychology in Indiana.
• Knowledge of the State of Indiana rules and statutes and HIPAA regulations pertaining to patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of the professional ethical guidelines delineated by the American Psychological Association.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to administer, interpret, and incorporate psychological assessment materials to address salient diagnostic and treatment issues.
• Ability to supervise master’s level clinicians and practicum students, if applicable.
• Possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Must hold a valid license as a Psychologist by the Indiana State Psychology Board.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Cumulative 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $94,718.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work.