Post Doctoral Fellow

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of in Georgia seeks a Post Doctoral Fellow to work under supervision of a licensed psychologist, evaluating and treating behavioral, emotional and cognitive disorders using tests, interviews, and observations.

The role focuses on applying behavioral theory to form treatment programs and assist clients in improving functioning across multiple domains within a state government setting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited college or university.
• Completion of an APA-approved psychology internship.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses or evaluates behavioral, emotional and cognitive disorders through observation, interview, and psychological tests.
• Applies theory relating to behavior and mental processes to formulate and administer treatment programs.
• Helps clients work toward improvement of physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning.

Skills

Observation

Interviewing

Psychological testing

Education

Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Post Doctoral Fellow
Job Requisition ID: JR0000001123
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:

Job Description

• Under supervision of a licensed psychologist, diagnoses or evaluates behavioral, emotional and cognitive disorders through observation, interview, and psychological tests.
• Applies theory relating to behavior and mental processes to formulate and administer programs of treatment that may include counseling, therapy and research.
• Helps clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university and completion of an APA-approved psychology internship.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.