JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute · 3 weeks ago
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST DEBRA SIMON CENTER OF INTEGRATIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Hackensack University Medical Center is seeking a full-time Clinical Psychologist to join the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Services. The role involves providing evidence-based psychotherapy, diagnosing and treating behavioral health disorders, and supervising psychology trainees and junior clinical staff.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Assumes the duties and responsibilities of a Psychologist as prescribed by training and standards, and delineated by the medical staff appointment
Participates in all phases of the outpatient process including: performing intake assessments; developing and updating treatment plans; providing empirically-based treatment in individual, family, and group modalities in the delivery outcome-oriented psychotherapy; working with families and community resources to provide patient support; supervising trainees and less experienced staff; collaborating with the interdisciplinary team; and attending disposition and other staff meetings
Evaluates patients according to department policies/procedures and follows standards of practice for mental health disorders
Conducts diagnostic evaluations and provides diagnosis from the Diagnostic Statistical Mental which is directly supported by evaluation findings, and demonstrates knowledge and skills in the use and interpretation of brief assessment tools and subsequent integration into the formulation of a diagnostic impressions
Provides effective, evidence-based treatment for individuals, couples, families, and groups
Demonstrates effective treatment skills and techniques
Evaluates treatment effectiveness with periodic reassessment using outcome-driven data and modifies treatment according to outcome data
Communicates changes in treatment plans with team, supervisor and patient, and records changes based on services provided, supported with documentation
Clinical judgment and skills are monitored through participation in team meetings and case presentations
Supervision and chart review are additional ways of measuring skills sets
Productivity and treatment guidelines will be maintained based on departmental standards
Functions as a consultant in the Department of Psychiatry in the areas of Behavioral Health, and provides behavioral health consultations within the medical center
Serves a resource and liaison to departments in the medical center and community agencies who seek mental health information
Participates in professional and community educational conferences and seminars as part of professional development
Provides program services in accordance with HUMC policy and procedures, the Joint Commission, and the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners
Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational and Managerial Competencies
Other duties and/or projects as assigned
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree from APA-accredited program in Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD)
Completion of APA-approved internship in Adult Clinical and/or Pediatric Psychology
Proficient in evidence-based treatments (i.e. CBT, ACT, DBT, etc.)
Minimum 5 years related clinical experience serving patients across the mental health and work-related spectrum
Experience providing clinical training and supervision, and a commitment to training the next generation of psychologists
Sensitivity to multiculturalism and diversity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite platforms
Psychologist License
Preferred
Postdoctoral training and/or experience in Clinical Psychology
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits
Company
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
Offering New Jersey’s most comprehensive rehabilitation services, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is a 94-bed facility located in Edison, NJ, serving residents of the tristate area for more than 40 years.
Funding
Current Stage
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