Clinical Psychologist 2026-01892

State of Wyoming; Evanston (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Wyoming invites a licensed psychologist to provide evaluation and psychotherapy to patients at the Wyoming State Hospital. The role includes assessment, individual, group, and family therapies, and administration of psychological testing.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and ensure readiness for discharge and community placement. Requirements include PsyD or PhD in Psychology and licensure or eligibility in Wyoming, with 2–4 years of psychology

Qualifications

• PsyD or PhD in Psychology required.
• Experience with inpatient facilities highly preferred.
• Knowledge of supervision techniques and interdisciplinary planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological evaluation for admission screening, treatment planning, and discharge readiness.
• Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders using individual, group, and family therapies.
• Administer and interpret psychological tests, including cognitive and neuropsychological assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to plan patient care and determine courses of action.
• Design, construct, install, and implement treatment programs for units or groups.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Inpatient facility experience

Interdisciplinary treatment planning

Education

PsyD or PhD in Psychology

Job description

General Description

This position exists to provide essential evaluation and psychological treatment to patients of the Wyoming State Hospital per its mission statement. This individual is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients at the WSH. The psychologist provides administration, interpretation, and write-up of psychological testing administered to patients as requested. This position also conducts group, individual, and family psychotherapies for assigned patients.

Hiring Status

Open until filled.

Essential Functions

• Provides psychological evaluation for purposes of admission screening, treatment planning, diagnostic clarification, readiness for discharge, and community placement, guardianship, and as required to determine eligibility for other services.
• Diagnoses and treats mental and emotional disorders. Treatment includes individual, group and family therapies and may involve a number of different formats such as the use of cognitive-behavioral treatment techniques.
• Provides and interprets psychological testing, including the evaluation of mental illness, intelligence, personality, and neuropsychological functioning.
• Confers with interdisciplinary care teams to discuss, plan, and determine course of action in patient/client care.
• Designs, constructs, installs, and implements treatment programs for a treatment unit, section, or group.

Qualifications

Knowledge

• Knowledge of clinical supervision techniques, theory, and practices.
• Knowledge of working in an inpatient facility
• Knowledge of working in and designing interdisciplinary treatment plans

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PsyD or PhD in Psychology

Experience

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Psychology)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Wyoming

Necessary Special Requirements

(None specified)

Physical Working Conditions

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there will be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, etc.

Notes

• FLSA: Exempt
• A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation plan, and longevity pay.

Location

The city of Evanston is a small Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. The area surrounding Evanston is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Human Resource Contact

Brenda Hales / [e-mail] / 307-677-5951

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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