Clinical Psychologist II

1 week ago

Terrell, Texas, United States Health & Human Services Comm Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist II to join our team at Health & Human Services Comm. As a Clinical Psychologist II, you will be responsible for providing psychological assessments and psychotherapy to patients who require and can benefit from these services. You will also provide input into the psychological factors and treatment needs of patients to treatment teams as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess superior clinical skills and be able to function as part of a collaborative team of specialized mental health professionals. You will be involved in providing staff training and in the development of psychoeducational groups and classes on the unit and in the hospital at large as called on.

The Clinical Psychologist II may also supervise the work of others as assigned. Serves on committees throughout the facility as needed and provides backup for the Supervising Psychologist as needed. Actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.


Essential Job Functions:

Administers and interprets psychological tests and conducts diagnostic assessments. Prepares and reviews psychological evaluations and reports for completeness and accuracy. Provides individual, group and family therapies. Oversees the design and implementation of special treatment programs. Directs psychological activities and programs. May develop, plan and deliver training programs. Designs and conducts program evaluation studies. May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others. Performs related work as assigned.

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 and skills in interviewing techniques with individuals and families and knowledge of current DSM diagnostic criteria. Broad based understanding of psychological/personality theory and mental disorders. Knowledge of administration, scoring, and interpretation of a variety of psychological tests, including personality and intellectual instruments. Ability to integrate data and theory into a sound understanding of psychological functioning of children/adolescents.

Ability to convey understanding of patients and other information to others through clear and organized oral reporting and through written reports/notes using clear, concise, organized, literate and readable style.

Therapeutic skills in individual and group therapy with children/adolescents, behavior therapy, and preferably family therapy. Thorough understanding of group process, ability to work with individuals and groups to consult on treatment team functioning. Communication skills and interpersonal skills. Understanding of principles of quality performance improvement and ethical standards.


Registration or Licensure Requirements:

Must be licensed as a Psychologist by the State of Texas or Provisionally Licensed Psychologist by the State of Texas and/or eligible to pursue licensure with one year preferred


Initial Selection Criteria:

Must have a Doctoral Degree based upon a program of study whose content is primarily psychological in nature (transcripts indicating a major in Psychology or its substantial equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Successfully completed an internship in clinical or counseling psychology and has documented training and supervised experience in group, individual and behavioral therapies, psychological assessment, and psychological testing.

At least one year experience in an adult patient psychiatric population preferred.


Additional Information:

REQ#607887 When completing your application, include details about your job experience as it relates to the essential functions, knowledge/skills/abilities, and screening information provided on this Position Description.

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.

Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza.

All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals.

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 at HHS 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 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.

All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at 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.

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