Psychologist - DD

Key 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.
• May perform psychological evaluations and conduct assessments.
• Provides psychological services to patients including observation, psychological evaluations, a 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 a review of progress, revision and coordination of treatment.
• Provides training to other staff psychologists in the psychological management of patients.
• Affords assistance in the establishment of psychological services for various psychiatric populations on an as needed basis.

Requirements/Qualifications

• 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 is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license for work-related travel.

Work Environment & Expectations

• 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

Wage: Negotiable

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.