Credentialed Psychologist; JR

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The Credentialed Psychologist will provide evaluation, assessment, testing, and ongoing treatment of patients with psychiatric conditions, including various locations, including: emergency room, inpatient psychiatry unit, consultation, and ambulatory settings. They maintain documentation in compliance with the Office of Mental Health, OASAS and Joint Commission guidelines.

• Complete evaluations, assessments, and testing, and provide diagnosis and case conceptualizations for patients.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary treatment planning, where required.
• Complete documentation of clinical visits within 72 hours of the appointment.
• Provide ongoing treatment of patients, including psychological testing, make referrals for psychopharmacological treatment, and request additional specialty consultation when appropriate - including comorbid medical conditions.
• Function independently but utilize supervision and consultation.
• Maintain practice consistent with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.
• Participate in departmental programs related to quality improvement, staff meetings, continuing education, risk management, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the identification, reporting and appropriate interventions for survivors of individual and family violence, elder abuse and child abuse and neglect.
• Conduct crisis assessments and intervenes appropriately and safely based on patient’s risk to self, others or risk of self-neglect or other dangerousness.

• Psychologists require a License or Limited Permit issued by the New York State Education Department and must maintain continuous registration.
• PhD, PsyD, or EdD degree from an accredited University required.
• Completion of Postdoctoral training in Clinical or Health Service Psychology or related field.
• NYS license in Clinical Psychology.
• Must be knowledgeable about Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR), including (when applicable to role) disorders found in children and adolescents (ages 4 and up), as well as adults.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to operate automated office equipment and utilize PC-based software for office applications.

2 days per week the hours will be 7:00 am – 3:00 pm at 3550 Jerome Avenue and 3 days at 2058 Jerome Avenue that will be 8-hour shifts set during clinic hours of 7:00 am – 6:30 pm.

This is a 100% grant funded position.