JOB The Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH), Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services in Sparks, NV is recruiting for a fulltime Licensed Psychologist 1 for its outpatient services. The incumbent's duties will include psychological testing and assessments, individual and group therapy, behavior planning, consultation, program development and related duties as otherwise assigned. The position may include training and clinical supervision of mental health counselors and interns. Work schedule is Mon-Fri, 8 AM-5 PM with weekends off.
Licensed Psychologists provide psychological testing, evaluation, psychotherapy, counseling, and consultation to clients or inmates in residential, inpatient and outpatient settings, at a mental health, intellectual disabilities, or correctional facility, or in other settings where psychological services are provided. Professional duties are performed in accordance with license requirements of the State of Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES One year of post-doctoral experience in providing psychological services in an inpatient, outpatient or residential setting. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Detailed knowledge of: American Psychological Association Code of Ethics and State laws and regulations related to the practice of psychology; reference books including psychological treatment, diagnostic and statistical manuals; theories, principles and practices of psychological testing and interpretation of test results.
Working knowledge of: types, etiology, and treatment of mental disorders; clinical assessment methods; detailed therapeutic principles and techniques used in providing psychological services to clients with mental illness, intellectual and related disabilities; psychopharmacology; crisis intervention techniques.
Ability to: supervise lower-level professionals, interns, and support staff; conduct program development projects; and implement clinical review systems.
Recruiter Contact Information: Jennifer Kauble - [email protected]
