Washington State Department of Social and Health Services · 1 day ago
DSHS WSH Psychology Services Supervisor -Psychologist
Lakewood, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
4+ years expWashington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Psychology Services Supervisor to join the team at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, Washington. This senior leadership role involves overseeing psychological evaluations and treatment, ensuring compliance with best practices and regulatory standards, and promoting patient recovery through effective management of psychology staff.
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
Required
A PsyD or PhD in psychology from an accredited university
A license to practice as a Psychologist in the State of Washington or eligible to obtain a Washington State license prior to hire
3 years of applied post-licensure experience and demonstrated psychotherapy, psychological consultation, and psychological assessment skills
1 year of post-doctoral supervisor experience
Preferred
Forensic psychology experience
Supervisory experience
Apply and teach evidence-based psychological practices, a core understanding of psychiatric recovery principles
Knowledge of the American Psychological Association (APA) Ethical Code
Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse staff and patients to accomplish the Center's mission
Benefits
Free ORCA card for transportation use
Company
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services offers long-term care and behavioral health assistance to the community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Candice Yi, MSW, LICSW
Deputy Chief Executive Officer/SCC
Charles Southerland
Chief Executive Officer
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