Licensed Psychologist (NY HELPS)

TN Ireland; Ulster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a licensed psychologist to join a multidisciplinary treatment team in a Juvenile Justice residential setting. This role involves conducting assessments, providing counseling, and collaborating with various teams to develop effective treatment plans. The psychologist will play a crucial role in enhancing the emotional and interpersonal skills of youth, ensuring they receive comprehensive care tailored to their needs. With opportunities for supervision and training, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young individuals while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and registered to practice psychology in New York State.
• One year of competitive service in a similar title.

Responsibilities

• Conduct admission screenings and mental status exams.
• Provide individual and group counseling and psychotherapy.
• Collaborate with treatment teams for care planning.

Skills

Psychological Testing

Counseling

Assessment

Collaboration

Education

Licensed Psychologist

Job description

Job Description

The Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS), Division for Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY), is seeking a licensed psychologist to join a multidisciplinary treatment team in a Juvenile Justice residential setting. The responsibilities include:

1. Ordering and maintaining updated testing and assessment materials.
2. Supervising testing and assessment conducted by Masters level psychologists and unlicensed psychologists.
3. Conducting admission screenings, including mental status exams and suicide assessments.
4. Performing 30-day assessments with mental health and substance use screenings, interviews, and record reviews to develop psychosocial assessments and treatment plans.
5. Collaborating with psychiatrists and treatment teams for care planning.
6. Providing individual and group counseling and psychotherapy.
7. Conducting cognitive and psychological testing as needed.
8. Participating in the facility's Committee on Special Education.
9. Planning for youth discharge.

The psychologist works with youth case managers, staff, education, and medical teams to develop treatment plans that enhance emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. The role reports to the Facility Assistant Director for Treatment, with additional monthly supervision and training opportunities provided by DJJOY.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or a similar eligible title.
• Open to the public and part of the NY HELPS program.
• Must be licensed and registered to practice psychology in New York State, maintaining a valid license and registration.