Child Psychologist - Mental Heath Integration

Intermountain Health • Cinnaminson Township, NJ

5d • $52 - $80

About The Position

The Licensed Psychologist is a vital member of a multi-disciplinary team composed of psychiatrists, APPs, psychologists, therapists, nursing, and other disciplines to provide holistic or comprehensive medical and mental health services to patients. They interview patients and give diagnostic tests as clinically indicated. The Psychologist provides individual, family or group psychotherapy, and collaborates with the behavioral health team to develop and implement evidenced-based treatment and interventions. Position Details: Full Time - 40 Hours per week / exempt status Benefits Eligible: Yes Split time between West Valley, Southridge and Copper Hills Clinics $2500 Sign on Bonus (External candidates only) This role requires up to a 60-90 day credentialing process, selected candidates will need to successfully complete prior to starting. Mental Health Integration (MHI) is collaborative mental health care that is integrated into everyday primary care practice. PCPs and office staff collaborate with care managers and mental health specialists to implement individualized strategies for patients and families. As the Mental Health Specialist within the MHI model, you will work directly with the Primary Care Provider and team to clarify complex patient diagnoses, plan effective treatment, and provide solution-focused interventions. This improves clinical decisions, helps patients and families receive services within primary care, and reduces PCP burden. Essential Functions Assesses the patient's medical history, mental health history, and current presentation to understand the patient's needs from treatment. Diagnoses and treats various mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, which may include psychotherapy or psychological testing. Develops a plan of care either individually or with input from the patient, patient family/significant others, physicians and other members of the healthcare team. Provides treatment based on patient need and evidenced-based interventions. Refers patients to other services to improve their well-being. These referrals may include community services, treatment programs, support groups, and/or psychiatrists (or other mental health providers). Properly documents pertinent information regarding the patient's plan of care. Consults with the multi-disciplinary team to develop treatment plans, behavior plans and discharge plans.

Requirements

• Mental Health
• Psychology
• Therapy
• Patient Care
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork
• Continuity of Care
• Clinical Evaluations
• Evidence Based Treatment
• Evidence Based Assessment
• Measurement Based Care
• Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D) in Psychology.
• Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
• Degree will be verified.
• Current license as a psychologist in state(s) in which patient care is delivered

Nice To Haves

• PSYPACT eligible or PSYPACT authorization

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient's medical history, mental health history, and current presentation to understand the patient's needs from treatment.
• Diagnoses and treats various mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, which may include psychotherapy or psychological testing.
• Develops a plan of care either individually or with input from the patient, patient family/significant others, physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Provides treatment based on patient need and evidenced-based interventions.
• Refers patients to other services to improve their well-being. These referrals may include community services, treatment programs, support groups, and/or psychiatrists (or other mental health providers).
• Properly documents pertinent information regarding the patient's plan of care.
• Consults with the multi-disciplinary team to develop treatment plans, behavior plans and discharge plans.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees