Psychologist - DD

Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Locations: Beatrice, NE, Lincoln, NE, Omaha, NE

About the Role

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a compassionate and committed individual to join our team as a Psychologist in our Developmental Disabilities Division. This vital role directly supports our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives.

Responsibilities

• Testifies at Developmental Disability Court Ordered Custody Hearings and renders judgment as to the person’s diagnosis.
• Provides information to law enforcement as well as legal system officials.
• Performs psychological evaluations and conducts assessments.
• Provides psychological services to patients including observation, psychological evaluations, review of psychological testing results, psychotherapy, and treatment plan management.
• Serves as a consultant to other staff in developing effective psychological treatment programs.
• Serves as case manager for treatment of patients including review of progress, revision, and coordination of treatment.
• Provides training to other staff psychologists in the psychological management of patients.
• Assists in the establishment of psychological services for various psychiatric populations on an as-needed basis.

Schedule

The training schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The full-time work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with some flexibility available. This position may also require participation in an on-call rotation, which includes weeknights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Must be licensed to practice psychology in the state of Nebraska.
• A doctoral degree in psychology is required.
• Licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Nebraska is preferred but may have a provisional license as a Psychologist.
• Experience working with Developmental Disabilities (preferred).
• Must have a valid driver's license for work-related travel.

Work Environment

This position will be officed in either Lincoln, Omaha, or Beatrice, based on candidate preference and office availability. This position will require work-related travel.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick leave begin accruing immediately upon hire.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Agency-backed retirement plan with 156% employer match.
• Supportive leadership and team culture.
• Numerous opportunities for internal advancement as well as continuous learning and development.

Pay

Hiring rate: $1.000 (negotiable).