Clinical Psychologist (Specialty Program Coordinator - Resolve)

Justia; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Justia is seeking a licensed clinical psychologist to support correctional programs, focusing on humane and secure environments and reentry preparation for clients.

The role emphasizes cognitive behavioral therapy, psychological assessments, and comprehensive treatment planning, including individual and group therapy, with documentation and collaboration with treatment teams.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in clinical or counseling psychology is required.
• Experience developing, implementing and coordinating treatment programs.
• Experience conducting individual and group psychotherapy, including psycho-educational groups.
• Experience conducting clinical interviews, reviewing records, administering and interpreting tests, and making treatment recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, evaluate and coordinate residential/nonresidential treatment programs.
• Conduct cognitive behavioral psychotherapy for target populations.
• Perform clinical interviews, review records, administer tests and prepare treatment plans.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Clinical interviews

Psychological assessment

Report writing

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical psychology (Ph.D. or equivalent)

Licensed psychologist (doctoral level)

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:

Basic Requirements:

Degree: Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required.

NOTE: Applicants may have received this degree in either clinical or counseling psychology.

In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must have:

Education:

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Experience:

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically be in or related to the position to be filled.

• Experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and coordinating residential and/or nonresidential treatment program and for coordinating and evaluating all activities within a specialty treatment program.
• Experience in conducting both individual and group cognitive behavioral psychotherapy, which include facilitating psycho-educational groups and process groups; expertise in psychotherapy specific to the special population targeted in the treatment program.
• Experience in conducting clinical interviews, reviewing records, administering and interpreting psychological tests, and utilizing information to prepare reports and making treatment recommendations to include individualized treatment plans.

Selective Factor:

Applicants applying for this position MUST also possess the following Selective Factor. In the event that you do not possess the Selective Factor, you will be found ineligible for the position.

• Applicant must hold a full, current and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico) or the District of Columbia.

NOTE: All applicants must electronically upload a copy of their license at the time they apply to the vacancy announcement. The documentation provided MUST show the expiration date of the license. Failure to provide this documentation will result in loss of consideration for this position.

If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.

Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.