Psychologist

Highly competitive annual salary

• Premium medical, dental & vision benefits
• Retirement Savings 403(b) plan with 6% employer match
• Life Insurance, short & long-term disability benefits
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Student Loan repayment programs
• 33 Paid days Off 1^st year
• Agency-paid professional development and CEU's

What this role entails
As a psychologist within Family & Children's Services (FCS), a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), you will be responsible for delivering high-quality mental health services to individuals in the community, with a focus on underserved populations. Your role will include providing diagnostic evaluations which may range from clinical interview and record review to full psychological evaluation, and providing therapy services utilizing evidence-based practices. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health issues, to promote recovery and well-being.

Specific duties and responsibilities
Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis:
* Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate clients' mental
health needs, strengths, and challenges.
* Use diagnostic criteria from the DSM-5 or other relevant classification systems to
formulate accurate diagnoses.
* Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to gather information and
develop individualized treatment plans.
Psychotherapy and Counseling:
* Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services to clients, including cognitivebehavioral
therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational
interviewing (MI), and other modalities.
* Offer individual, group, and family therapy sessions to address a variety of
mental health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use
disorders, and interpersonal difficulties.
* Monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed to
promote positive outcomes.
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention:
* Conduct risk assessments and provide crisis intervention services to clients
experiencing acute psychiatric crises or suicidal ideation.
* Develop safety plans and coordinate appropriate levels of care, including
hospitalization, if necessary, to ensure clients' safety and stabilization.
Collaborative Care Coordination:
* Work closely with other members of the interdisciplinary team, including
psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and peer support specialists, to
provide coordinated and integrated care.
* Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, and
multidisciplinary rounds to review client progress and make recommendations for
ongoing care.
Documentation and Compliance:
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client assessments, treatment
plans, progress notes, and other clinical records in accordance with regulatory
requirements and agency policies.
* Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards of practice
governing mental health services, including HIPAA and Medicaid/Medicare
guidelines.

Required Education and Experience
* Doctoral degree (Ed.D, Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution
* Experience providing mental health services to diverse populations, including individuals with complex needs and co-occurring disorders.
* At least two (2) years' experience preferred
PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES:
* Psychological Assessment/Evaluation
* Diagnosis
* Treatment Planning/Crisis Intervention
* Essential Behaviors
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of evidence-based practices in psychotherapy and behavioral interventions.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Commitment to cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented principles.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
* Must be Licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
* Maintain CUEs as required for annual license renewal
ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS:
1. Additional assignments are assumed willingly.
2. Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural and ethnic differences in all interactions.
3. Adheres to agency policies and procedures and supports agency mission and values.
4. Completes all required paperwork and reports accurately in a timely manner.
5. Meets established performance/productivity standards as determined by program and agency
leadership.
6. Practices accountability, confidentiality, and strong ethical standards.
7. Demonstrates integrity as evidenced by honesty, trustworthiness, respect for self and others,
sincerity, and valuing diversity.
8. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with other personnel and/or service providers or
professionals.
9. Utilizes agency technology and attends training on updates and/or new applications.
10. Exhibits responsibility through good attendance, effective time management, dependability, selfdiscipline,
flexibility, and working independently.
11. Promotes team building through encouragement, support, shared decision-making, and the seeking
of synergistic results.
12. Utilizes supervision appropriately and willingly participates in training, demonstrating a desire for
learning and professional development.
13. Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
14. Partners with and openly communicates and collaborates with department associates, program
managers, and other staff associates
15. Demonstrates excellent customer service both internal and external
16. Openly supports departmental and organizational changes.
17. Participates in identifying continuous improvement areas within department or agency and presents
possible solutions.
18. Consistently produces quality work.
19. Utilizes necessary knowledge and skills to perform the job, keeping current with new and best
practices.
20. Attends and participates in required department and agency meetings and trainings

CCBHC Model of Care

Family & Children's Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:

1. Increased access to care and crisis services
2. Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
3. Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
4. Greater access to Social Services for clients' economic and social needs
5. Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

Drug Free Workplace Policy

This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant [Therapist/Counselor]; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.