Psychologist - Lvl III

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated psychologist to lead and enhance psychological services in a community-focused environment. This role involves overseeing clinical care, providing crisis intervention, and developing programs to improve patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a Doctoral Degree in Psychology, a valid New York State license, and substantial experience in clinical settings. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality care and making a positive impact on the community. Enjoy a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to grow professionally while serving those in need.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College Tuition Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctoral Degree in Psychology and a valid NY State Psychologist license.
• 4 years of full-time experience in various psychology fields required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program development and clinical care operations.
• Provide crisis intervention and collaborate on discharge plans.
• Conduct intakes and administer psychological evaluations.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Psychosocial Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Program Development

Supervision

Education

Doctoral Degree in Psychology

Job description

Queens Hospital Center is making good on its promise to the people of southeastern and central Queens to maximize both patient convenience and positive clinical outcomes. Residents of Queens can count on the delivery of quality medical care right in their own borough. In 2002 the hospital opened a state-of-the-art, 261-bed facility that includes the Queens Cancer Center, the first comprehensive cancer treatment center in the borough.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

9:00 A.M – 5:00 P.M

Job Description

Under direction, with very broad latitude for independent action or decision-making, performs difficult and responsible professional and/or supervisor work in the field of psychology. In addition to performing duties of the lower Assignment Levels at a more difficult and responsible level, performs the following tasks:

Examples of Typical Tasks:

1. Plans, organizes and supervises psychological service programs and/or units and participates in the development of program objectives.
2. Advises on kinds of services to be rendered, areas to be emphasized, and utilization of psychological services to help meet overall program objectives.
3. Consults with administrative and/or medical staff regarding general policies which affect psychological services.
4. Supervises the work of psychologists and psychology staff and acts as a consultant to them on problems they encounter.
5. Allocates time and number of staff to various psychological activities.
6. Initiates programs and writes grant proposals to receive independent funding for the programs.
7. Develops and conducts internship training programs for graduate students in clinical psychology.
8. Represents psychological services to, and speaks before, lay and professional organizations.

GENERAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

1. Overseeing all program development, clinical care and day-to-day operations.
2. Providing crisis intervention services.
3. Collaborating with emergency departments and inpatient units to develop appropriate discharge plans.
4. Conducting intakes, including psychosocial evaluation, diagnostic clarification and treatment planning.
5. Administering safety assessments and psychological evaluations as needed.
6. Identifying and collaborating with existing support systems, facilitating community referrals as needed.
7. Providing ongoing evidence-based psychotherapy individual and group sessions with patients and their families.
8. Participating in ongoing trainings and providing individual supervision.
9. Monitoring staff activities to ensure compliance with all of the above.
10. Preparing performance evaluations of supervisees.
11. Conducting and/or attending individual, unit, department, intra/inter hospital, and community meetings as assigned.
12. Participating in Psychology Department initiatives.
13. Monitoring charts and other records.
14. Completing and reporting program data, and other duties as assigned.
15. Complying with departmental, facility, network, city, state, federal and Joint Commission standards and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

SPECIAL NOTE # = Additional Requirements for Assignment Level III
For assignment to Assignment Level III, individuals must have the following in addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements for Assignment Level I above:
A. The Doctoral Degree in Psychology as described under Special Note A. for Assignment Level II, and
B. A valid license as a Psychologist issued by the New York State Department of Education; and
C. Four years of satisfactory full-time experience in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Clinical Health Psychology, or Neuro-Psychology, of which at least one year must have been under the direct supervision of a qualified Psychologist or Psychiatrist, and at least three years must have been in a supervisory capacity as a licensed Psychologist.
D. License Requirements for Assignment Level III
For assignment to Assignment Level III, a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the New York State Department of Education. This license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance coverage, dental, vision, retirement saving plans and paid time off. In addition to base compensation, you will receive $4,855 annually if you are currently registered and possess a New York State license to practice as a psychologist.

How To Apply

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts.
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities.