Licensed Psychologist

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Legacy Community Health is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to provide mental health services at its Legacy Fifth Ward location in Houston, Texas. The role includes comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological testing for children and adults, therapy specializing in Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and interpersonal challenges. The psychologist collaborates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team and an on-site charter school to support patient and student mental health. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Legacy Community Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving Southeast Texas through more than 50 clinics. Its mission is to drive healthy change in communities. Team members are expected to be approachable and collaborative, driven and committed, and perceptive and thoughtful communicators, demonstrating humility, initiative, cultural sensitivity, sound judgment, empathy, and professionalism. Benefits include paid time off and company holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a flexible spending account; a 403(b) retirement plan with company match; short- and long-term disability; no-copay Legacy provider visits and prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies; travel and pet insurance; and a subsidized gym membership. The organization also describes mentorship and personal development opportunities.

Requirements

A doctoral degree is required to work as a Psychologist.
At least 2 years of work experience as a fully licensed Psychologist.
Full licensure in the state of Texas.
Complete the minimum continuing education hours required to maintain professional licensure and remain in good standing with the professional licensing board.
Demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity to all populations served.
Communicate effectively with staff, the community, and the general public.
Pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological testing for children and adults.
Provide therapy sessions specializing in Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences with psychiatrists, psychotherapists, social workers, and case managers.
Collaborate with the on-site charter school to promote student mental health and well-being.
Assess client needs, abilities, and behaviors using psychometric tests, interviews, and direct observation.
Develop and monitor treatment programs, and offer counseling and advice in collaboration with colleagues.
Provide therapy for mental health issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, and interpersonal challenges.
Develop and evaluate service provisions for clients to ensure quality and efficacy.
Engage in the Performance Improvement Program to enhance service delivery.
Exhibit professional behavior, respect the dignity of patients and colleagues, and promote effective working relationships.