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Psychologist II
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Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need.
If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below.
Performs advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) psychological work. Work involves coordinating psychological activities and programs, conducting psychological evaluations, diagnosing and counseling clients, and conducting psychological research. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Psychologist is accountable to the Psychology Manager. Must have a PhD in Psychology. Work involves conducting psychological evaluations, diagnosing and counseling clients, testing, and working with the treatment team. Will provide clinical supervision to the psychology department. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Psychology Services Manager provides clinical supervisions, consultation, and technical assistance to program staff. The Psychologist provided clinical supervision, consultation, and technical assistance to program staff.Compliance with HHS Immunization Policy required:
serologic evidence of immunity to, or documented evidence of vaccination against measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chickenpox), Tdap, annual vaccinations against influenza and hepatitis B (if applicable).
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Administers and interprets psychological tests and conducts psychological assessments and diagnoses.
Conducts behavior analyses, and designs and monitors behavior modification and skill acquisition plans.
Designs and conducts program evaluation studies Designs and conducts research studies and projects, and disseminates findings.
Develop treatment plans that are designs to target specific behaviors or symptoms.
Provide on going training to clinical staff and paraprofessional staff.
Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings as the representative of psychology services to assists in reviewing comprehensive treatment plans by providing information about
potential psychological factors that could have contributed to the development of an individual's
mental illness, as well as psychological ways in which the illness can be treated or resolved.(10%)
Provide clinical consultation to primary clinician for diagnosis clarification or making treatment
recommendations.
Complies with HRD mandatory training requirements and participates in on-going training offered by
the department of competency, training and development based on facility's deadlines to maintain
and develop skills.
Provides excellent customer service.
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of psychology, psychometrics, and physiological principles; of diagnostic criteria; and of psychological evaluation methods.
Skill in the use of psychological evaluation and assessment techniques, and in mediation procedures.
Ability to provide psychological counseling, to interpret diagnostic evaluations, to analyze behavior, to develop behavior modification and skill acquisition plans, to communicate effectively, and to supervise the work of others
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Licensed by the Texas Board of Psychology as a Psychologist Initial Selection Criteria:
PhD in Psychology
Licensure by the Texas Board of Psychology
Bilingual English and Spanish
Additional Information:
Requisition # 589622
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza.
In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center atHHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
MOS Code:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 67D, 71F, 73B, 230X, MED10, 42PX.
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HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
