Post Doctoral Clinical Psychology Fellow- Omaha, NE

Father Flanagan; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

No-cost mental health visits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Boys Town in Omaha is seeking a psychologist for a one-year position to provide behavioral health services to children, adolescents and families at the Behavioral Health Clinic. You will deliver direct clinical services, participate in supervision, and help build referrals from pediatricians, schools and community partners. The role requires a Ph.D.

or Psy.D. in Psychology, APA internship, and Nebraska master's licensure.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Advanced training in clinical psychology, behavioral pediatrics, and/or parent training.
• Successful completion of an APA-approved internship or equivalent.
• Master's level licensure in Nebraska.
• Graduate degree conferred by August 31 of internship year.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health services to children, adolescents and families.
• Provide direct clinical services as assigned.
• Help establish referral base from pediatricians, schools, other treatment providers, and community referrals.
• Provide psychological services, behavior parent training, and other essential services to parents and youth in outpatient or co-location clinics.
• Provide consultation to referring pediatricians about psychological issues affecting development, compliance, or medical issues.
• Participate in supervision to meet licensure requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision meetings with a licensed psychologist.
• Engage in continuing education to expand knowledge of clinical psychology.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Verbal & written communication

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology (APA-accredited)

Master's level licensure in Nebraska

Job description

Provides clinical services to children, adolescents and families seeking services at the Behavioral Health Clinic and possibly a primary care setting. This is a one-year position.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Provides behavioral health services to children, adolescents and families.Provides direct clinical services to clients as assigned.Helps to establish and maintain a referral base from pediatricians, local schools, other treatment providers, and general community referrals.Provides psychological services, behavior parent training, and other essential psychological services to parents and youth referred to the outpatient clinic or assigned co-location clinics.Provides consultation on an as-requested basis to referring pediatricians about general psychological phenomenon and how they may impact development, compliance, or other medical issues.Actively participates in supervision to meet requirements for licensure as a psychologist.Participates in weekly individual supervision meetings with a licensed psychologist.Increases knowledge of clinical psychology in related fields by continuing education and informal and formal discussions.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Familiarity with behavioral or cognitive behavioral theoretical orientation.Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology from an APA-accredited or its equivalent university. Advanced training in clinical psychology, behavioral pediatrics, and/or parent training required.Successful completion of an APA approved internship or its equivalent required.Licensure requirements at the master’s level required.Graduate degree conferred by August 31 of internship year required.Licensed at the Master’s level for the delivery of mental health services in the state of Nebraska required.License/registration to be required, based on state or jurisdiction.Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:Position requires little to moderate physical activity. Handling of average weight objects up to 20 pounds, or standing and/or walking or at a keyboard, workstation, or desk. Requires endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families. Work is typically in a normal office environment involving minimal exposure to physical risks. May be subject to outside environmental conditions occasionally. Includes constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and the potential for verbal and physical threats from youth.Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.About Boys Town:Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.