Outpatient Pediatric Psychologist

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

11d•$112,500 - $134,400

About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Outpatient Pediatric Psychologist to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department OBHS Mental Health Pro-Fee Job Summary The Psychologist provides expert psychological care for children, adolescents, and their families on the Outpatient Child/Adolescent Mental Health team. Services include diagnostic assessment, evidence-based treatment for psychiatric disorders and assessing psychosocial factors in patients with a variety of mental health concerns. The psychologist strives to create a positive customer service experience by committing to highest standards set forth by Denver Health. The psychologist also provides consultation and crisis intervention. Services provided include individual and family therapy for patients 5-17 years old, psychological assessment, and group therapy (depending on experience). Participates in supervision and teaching for the pre-doctoral psychology internship and provides supervision to psychology residents and practicum students as needed. Promotes a culture of continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school Required
1-3 years One year of postdoctoral experience Required
PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
Advanced knowledge and skills in effective psychological practice in mental health settings, including evidence-based therapy modalities, crisis intervention, and risk assessment (including mental health holds).
Knowledge of patient population’s cultural, religious, ethnic, and social systems in interactions, care planning, and education.
Ability to work well with diverse patient populations and to culturally adapt evidence-based practices.
Excellent interpersonal skills and motivation to work as part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team in a medical setting.
Skill in providing care, including trauma-informed care, appropriate to the age of the patients served within the clinic setting.
Skill in establishing a therapeutic alliance and engaging the patient in collaborative goal setting.
Ability to respond to feedback and incorporate it into practice.
Microsoft Office skills required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Epic electronic health record preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide high quality clinical services to individuals referred to mental health, including evidence-based behavioral health interventions and support services.
Provide services that are appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patient.
Conduct safety and risk assessment as needed.
Provide high quality psychological assessment services including testing, scoring, report writing and feedback to patients/families.
Conduct in-depth diagnostic assessment as part of therapy intakes.
Generate documentation of assessment and intervention in the medical record in a timely manner.
Actively participate in regular team meetings and psychology internship meetings/requirements (including supervision and teaching).