Clinical Psychologist

Partners Behavioral Healthcare; Minnesota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral healthcare seeks a Clinical Psychologist to provide expert consultation and assessments in a certified mental health clinic. This role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams to ensure compliance with state regulations and evidence-based practices. The psychologist will engage in weekly meetings, contribute to treatment planning, and support staff in managing complex cases. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on clients' lives and contribute to their recovery journey. Join a compassionate community dedicated to fostering hope and healing.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness Available

Flexible Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in Minnesota.
• Experience in clinical settings with compliance to 245I standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological consultation and recommendations on client diagnoses.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure compliance with 245I standards.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent listening skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Understanding of HIPAA regulations

Empathy with clients and staff

Education

Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Partners Behavioral Healthcare finds and restores individuals struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. We provide behavioral health services for justice-involved individuals that need to break free from addiction and criminal thinking, manage mental health, and take control of their lives amidst the complexities of the justice system.Partners Behavioral Healthcare provides compassionate, individualized programs and a community invested in helping clients achieve long-term, lasting recovery giving them the opportunity for reconciliation with self and others, hope in a better life, and a purpose to explore and achieve.

Loan Forgiveness Available!

Partners Behavioral Healthcare offers services in health professional shortage areas, making them eligible sites for Minnesota's Health Professional Loan Forgiveness Programs.

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Reports To:

Mental Health Clinical Director

FLSA Classification:

Clinical Trainees of Therapy

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Clinical Psychologist will provide expert psychological consultation, assessments, and interventions to support the treatment of clients within a 245I certified mental health clinic. The psychologist will activelyparticipatein weekly clinical team meetings, provide recommendations on client diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress, and collaborate with staff to ensure the highest standards of care in compliance with 245I regulations. This role will be needed for approximately 4-6 hours per month, initially. This role will act as a c onsultant for required mental health consultations and staff meetings once per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Clinical Psychologist will attend and actively participate in clinical team meetings, providing psychological consultation and recommendations on client diagnoses, treatment planning, and progress monitoring. The psychologist will collaborate with clinical staff to ensure compliance with 245I standards and ensure that mental health care practices are aligned with current evidence-based approaches. Additionally, they will assist in the development and review of treatment strategies, provide education and supervision to staff on psychological issues, and ensure that clinic protocols meet state regulations and best practice standards. The psychologist will monitor the effectiveness of psychological interventions, document clinical assessments, and offer recommendations for improvements as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Activelyparticipatein clinical team meetings (virtual or on-site).
• Provide psychiatric consultation to the clinical team on diagnoses, treatment plans, and client progress.
• Offer guidance on therapeutic interventions, especially for complex cases.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure compliance with 245I standards and evidence-based mental health practices.
• Assistin the development and review of treatment strategies for clients with co-occurring disorders, mental health, and substance use disorders.
• Ensure psychiatric protocols meet state regulations and align with best practice standards.
• Provide education and supervision on psychiatric issues to clinical staff.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of psychiatric care, offering recommendations for improvement.
• Stay updated on psychiatric advancements and integrate them into the clinic's practices.
• Support staff with complex case consultations and guidance on mental health issues.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written, communication, customer service, and listening skills.
• Possess maturity, patience, understanding and empathy with clients and staff.
• Effectivelyable tomulti-task, handle stress, de-escalate, and problem solve.
• Demonstrate people-oriented, friendly, and approachablequalities.
• Abilitytomaintaincomposure and professionalismin all circumstances.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of client information.
• Understanding of industry-specific policies, such asthe HealthInformation Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations for health care.
• Possess the ability tothink and act using a solution-focusedrather than a problem-oriented approach.
• Ability to be punctual, manage time and rearrange schedule, as necessary.
• Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and ability to be flexible.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities and projects.
• Strong communicationskills with the ability to communicate one-on-one and in group settings.
• Takes initiative in problem-solving and programming improvements.
• Knowledge of industry players and/or Addiction/mental health treatment & the territory.
• Self-starter with proven ability to work without close supervision and take initiative.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office suite.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of programphilosophy and policiesand procedures, 245G, 245A, 245I, MDH and all other associated requirements, house operations, including client rights and confidentiality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Minnesotaupon hire.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, psychometric assessments, and the treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience working in clinical settings, preferably with complianceto245I standards or similar regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment tomaintainingethical standards, client confidentiality, and professionalism in all client interactions.

CONTINUED EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Attend any mandatory staff meetings andtrainingcourses.
• Remain up to date with all current PBH policies and procedures.
• Maintain licensure as a clinical psychologist in the state of Minnesota.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Partners Behavioral Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.