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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services · 1 month ago

DSHS WSH Psychology Services Supervisor -Psychologist

Lakewood, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

4+ years exp

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Psychology Services Supervisor to join their team at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, Washington. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing psychological evaluations, assessments, and treatment, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and promoting patient recovery.

GovernmentHealth CareSocial Assistance

Responsibilities

Hire and train new psychology staff and supervise psychologists

Ensure psychologists maintain appropriate standards of care, consistent with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and State licensing requirements

Provide leadership and clinical support, and direct behavioral plans

Establish psychology practice improvement initiatives, develop action plans, track progress, and complete annual assessments

Manage and ensure civil commitment and related court processes occur as required

Oversee unit psychology quality assurance program

Set agendas and lead psychology meetings, participate in the management team/initiatives, and on hospital-wide committees and workgroups

Provide organization and clearly articulate the vision of the therapy unit by supporting employees and finding ways to boost morale; encourage employees to speak candidly about solutions they would like incorporated

Qualification

PsyDPhD in psychologyLicense to practice psychologyPsychotherapy skillsForensic psychology experienceSupervisory experienceEvidence-based practicesAPA Ethical CodeCollaborative work ability