Inpatient Psychologist Candidate — Remote Eligible

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Remote work arrangements for eligible

Employee Wellness program

Job summary

Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is seeking a Psychologist Candidate to work in the 24-hour state psychiatric hospital environment. You will conduct and supervise psychological assessments, contribute to treatment planning, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery goals.

The role emphasizes civil commitment evaluation, group and individual therapy, and supervision-based training within an inpatient setting, including potential liaison with external

Qualifications

• Current, valid permit as a Psychologist Candidate from the Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners.
• Working under the licensure of a supervising psychologist; not yet licensed.
• Preferred: experience performing comprehensive psychological assessments and civil certifications.
• Clinical experience with inpatient, forensic, or serious mental illness populations is preferred.
• A psychology degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual, group, and family therapy under supervision and treatment plan meetings.
• Develop and implement discipline-specific treatment goals and behavioral plans.
• Monitor progress, document in the electronic health record, and provide feedback.
• Provide clinical leadership and consult with multidisciplinary staff.
• Participate in treatment planning, consultations, and discharge planning.

Skills

Psychology

Civil commitment knowledge

Assessment skills

Supervision experience

Education

Psychology degree

Graduate internship/externship

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is seeking a Psychologist Candidate to work in the 24-hour state psychiatric hospital environment. You will conduct and supervise psychological assessments, contribute to treatment planning, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery goals.

The role emphasizes civil commitment evaluation, group and individual therapy, and supervision-based training within an inpatient setting, including potential liaison with external