Behavioral Health Clinical Psychologist

Health Care Center for the Homeless•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Clinical Psychologist provides comprehensive psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with mental, emotional, social, or substance abuse problems in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and community-based school settings. The psychologist works collaboratively with primary care, psychiatry, case management, and community partners to deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, evidence-based care. The role may also include crisis intervention, consultation, client advocacy, and psychoeducation or training. The primary clinical focus is children and adolescents in school and community settings, though services may also include adults and seniors. Services may be delivered in offices, school or community clinics, drop-in clinics, clinical exam rooms, supportive housing homes, or during homeless street outreach at encampments, on streets, or in shelters. The psychologist ensures compliance with current federal and state standards, guidelines, and regulations, and participates in Quality Improvement initiatives and data collection as needed. This is an exempt position reporting to the Director of Behavioral Health. The schedule is part-time or full-time, Monday through Friday, with days and times that may vary.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited program.
Active license in the State of Florida.
Experience working with medically underserved populations.
Experience working with children and adolescents.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
One year of experience in a health care setting providing direct care.
Clean driving record and ability to drive company vehicles as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Integrated Behavioral Health in Community Health.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations for FQHCs.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, mood, anxiety, trauma-related and behavioral disorders, and traumatic brain injuries.
Administer, score, interpret, and integrate standardized assessment instruments.
Coordinate and collaborate or consult with primary care providers, psychiatrists, nurses, care coordinators, and case managers.
Facilitate referrals to other services, including substance abuse treatment, specialty care, and community resources as needed.
Work closely with the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner on case consultation and medication management.
Provide crisis intervention as needed, including de-escalation and involuntary hospitalization authorizations.
Prepare clear, timely, and clinically useful evaluation reports for patients, families, and schools.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
Participate in and/or facilitate team meetings.
Address patient needs and resolve individual barriers through follow-up, advocacy, and collaboration with OBFH staff and other community service providers.
Ensure compliance with current federal and state standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and data collection as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.