Licensed Psychologist - Part Time

Ozark Center; Spring Hope (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozark Center is hiring a Licensed Psychologist in Spring Hope, NC, responsible for delivering a range of therapeutic services, including individual and group counseling. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure effective patient treatment.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and be licensed in Missouri. Responsibilities include the development of treatment plans and consultations on behavioral health topics.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a psychologist in the State of Missouri.
• Experience with trauma-informed care.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, marital, and family counseling.
• Complete diagnostic intake assessments in a timely manner.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Consult on behavioral health topics as needed.
• Provide crisis services during daytime operations.

Skills

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health assessment

Crisis services

Education

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Licensed Psychologist within the Psychiatric Practices is responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of therapeutic services. They are responsible for delivering a full range of inpatient and/or outpatient services. The Licensed Psychologist provides services to individuals and groups impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance use and mental health) issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment. The Licensed Psychologist demonstrates a warm and welcoming empathic, hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery. The Licensed Psychologist will be trained in trauma‑informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive, preventing victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received. The Licensed Psychologist reports to the Assistant Director of Adult Psychiatric Practices.

Education

• Must hold at least a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or related field.

Licenses And Certifications

• Licensed Psychologist in the State of Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing individual, group, marital, and family counseling in alignment with contractual agreement.
• Completes diagnostic intake assessments to ensure medical necessity is present, in a timely manner, and provides appropriate referrals based on client needs.
• Develops individualized treatment plans within expected time frame, consistent with evidence‑based practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Provides consultations to Freeman’s Inpatient facilities as required or directed.
• Provides and interprets psychological testing in accordance with the scope of their credentials.
• Provide consultation and education to appropriate intra‑agency and community group and institutions on behavioral health topics as approved by the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Provides crisis services for patients during regular daytime operations.
• Adheres to system quality and documentation standards as identified by accrediting agencies, Center and program policies and procedures, and local, state and federal guidelines.
• Responsible for regularly collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of providers within Psychiatric Practices and other program components of the Center.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Normal office environment.
• Typical demands include prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, stooping, and occasional lifting.
• Requires normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, and other office equipment as needed.
• Requires ability to remain calm during stressful events, to occasionally work irregular hours, and work with exasperated individuals.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• TB test upon hire.