School Psychologist

The Psychologist plans, conducts and coordinates all aspectsof diagnostic assessment, evaluations and therapeutic interventions.  The psychologist must demonstrateprofessional knowledge of, and skill in applying a wide range of theories,principles, and methodologies of the practice of Psychology; to a wide range ofpopulations. The Psychologist is an independent practitioner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts, plans, and coordinates clinical and administrativeaspects of a full range of services associated with contemporary Psychologypractice
• Reviews patient histories and social work evaluations andcompletes patient interviews
• Completes independent diagnostic assessment and evaluationof cases referred for psychology services without limitation as to difficultyor complexity and is completely accountable for adequacy of the assessment
• Cooperates in formulating diagnostic and clinical judgments
• Assesses patient condition from close observation andconsults with other members of the healthcare team
• Utilizes all diagnostic and evaluative procedures andtechniques consistent with contemporary psychology practices
• Plans, conducts, coordinates and monitors the effectivenessand clinical outcomes of patient-centered treatment and rehabilitative services
• Develops and implements an effective and comprehensivetreatment plan of care in collaboration with other healthcare professionals
• Establishes and maintains effective therapy based onrelationships with patient and/or family
• Adjusts treatment plan based on patient response andprogress
• Uses a bio-psychosocial paradigm to evaluate mental status,formulate diagnosis and develop a detailed treatment plan
• Offers patient other therapeutic interventions as necessaryincluding but not limited to, crisis intervention and referral for psychiatrichospitalization, behavior modification therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, aswell as family and marital therapy
• May participates in service and department peer review
• Works in all healthcare disciplines to coordinateevaluations, treatment planning and referrals
• Documents according to facility policy

Minimum Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from anaccredited college or University with a curriculum in Psychology approved bythe American Psychological
• Association (APA) Current valid unrestricted license topractice in the specialty of Psychology
• Certified documentation of education, training and licenseper state/contract requirement
• Minimum of (1) one year relevant work experience preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age