Seasonal Psychologist

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

For more information, please visit today

Summary Statement

The incumbent will be assigned to the Recovery Academy to provide clinical groups. In addition, this position will provide back-up coverage to the primary unit assigned Psychologist in the event additional services are needed. Additional responsibilities may include serving as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team on an inpatient unit as well as conducting psychological assessments of persons admitted to the hospital. This incumbent may also be responsible for participating in the development of treatment plans, behavior plans, psychological testing and providing individual and group therapy to clients. The psychologist provides supervision to psychology practicum students and doctoral interns.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Selects, administers, scores and interprets a wide variety of psychological tests to measure and evaluate intelligence, achievement, personality, interests and other mental characteristics.
Interviews and observes individuals at play, in group interactions, or other situations to detect indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment.
Communicates with public, private and state agencies, community service organizations, courts, schools, police and families in order to develop effective treatment strategies.
Analyzes information to assess individual problems.
Evaluates the relevance and importance of psychological theories, concepts and principles.
Identifies symptoms, makes diagnoses and develops approach to treatment.
Develops and implements treatment plans, evaluates effectiveness and adapts plans. 
Engages individuals in assisting in the identification of their emotional problems and in the identification of a variety of interventions to assist in addressing these issues.
Provides psychotherapy and other various treatments to individuals, groups and/or families.
Conducts psychological practice according to the ethical standards of psychology.
Writes progress notes and reports regarding test interpretation, evaluation and individual progress.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Psychologist Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a doctoral degree in psychology. Possession of a Delaware Psychologist license or eligibility for a Delaware Psychologist license.

---