Clinical Psychologist (Psychiatry and Behavorial Sciences)

Johns Hopkins University • Baltimore, MD

3d • $57,195 - $100,040 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Johns Hopkins University AIDS Psychiatry Service is seeking a Research/Clinical Psychologist. This role involves conducting structured psychological diagnostic evaluations for research purposes and providing psychotherapy to HIV/AIDS infected mental health patients who are receiving medical care from Johns Hopkins medical providers. The ideal candidate will be a skilled practitioner with excellent organizational and leadership skills, and a strong understanding of clinical service delivery models. The service model will encompass various visit types, including initial consultations, brief individual therapy, group programs, single-session counseling, and intensive services for individuals transitioning from or at risk of higher levels of care. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the practice team and the Mental Health Services senior leadership team.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or M.D in Psychiatry.
• Two years related experience.
• Licensed to practice psychology in Maryland (or licensed within a year of hiring).
• Skills in supportive therapy.
• Knowledge of cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy techniques.
• Knowledge of established diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders, theoretical approaches, and intervention techniques.
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal statutes regulating confidentiality of drug and alcohol records.
• Differential diagnosis of complex mental health problems, judgment regarding when to seek supervision, experience with the phenomenology and treatment of major mental illness and suicide and/or violent or homicidal behaviors.
• Knowledge treating both neurotic and personality disordered patients is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing psychotherapy for HIV/AIDS patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Knowledge with Addiction and running group therapy sessions.

Responsibilities

• Creates a warm and welcoming clinical environment where clients feel supported and respected during times of crisis and as they pursue their personal, academic, and professional goals.
• Provides culturally informed direct clinical services, including initial consultations, intake assessments, single-session therapy, individual, group and relationship counseling, and crisis intervention for a diverse community of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Utilizes goal-oriented approaches to treatment including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and interpersonal therapy, often in collaboration with treating psychiatrists.
• Collaborates with providers within the Bartlett Clinic as an interdisciplinary treatment team; consults, as appropriate, with providers in the community to facilitate continuity of care.
• Collaborates with campus partners to provide outreach and opportunities for support of students outside the clinic, such as participation in the Chat with a Counselor program or population-specific skills training.
• Demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in clinical work and all professional activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree