Psychologist, Licensed

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver • Greenwood Village, CO

15d

About The Position

The Psychologist provides professional counseling, clinical assessment and problem identification, treatment planning, and case management to adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. Services are delivered according to program standards and procedures and consistent with Catholic teachings. The role includes assessing client needs, providing and evaluating counseling or therapeutic interventions, coordinating with other professionals and supportive services, maintaining accurate documentation, and engaging with referral sources and community partners. The Psychologist also participates in supervision, consultation, staff training, and mental health education or planning as appropriate.

This is a full-time position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. The annual compensation is $80,000. Eligible employees receive a benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, a sabbatical program, a 403(b) retirement plan with agency contributions and matching, and medical, dental, and vision coverage. Training is provided, including de-escalation and safety, mental health first aid, substance abuse and mental health, human trafficking, and trauma-informed care.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent from an accredited university in psychology or counseling.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and convey Catholic Church values and social teachings as they relate to individual treatment.
• Ability to establish rapport with clients.
• Ability to work effectively within the framework of Catholic teachings.
• Flexibility and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer knowledge for entering data, writing communications, and generating reports.
• Skills and sensitivity in addressing cultural and linguistic differences among staff, clients, and the community.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with agency staff and a diverse client base.

Responsibilities

• Obtain client information through interviews, case histories, psychological tests, and observational techniques.
• Evaluate client information to identify causes of problems and determine whether counseling or referral to other specialists or institutions is appropriate.
• Conduct counseling or therapeutic treatments to help clients gain insight, define goals, plan actions reflecting their interests, abilities, and needs, and discuss progress.
• Follow up on counseling outcomes to assess the reliability and validity of treatment.
• Engage in research to develop and improve diagnostic and counseling techniques.
• Select, administer, and interpret psychological tests, personality inventories, and intelligence quotient tests, and record results.
• Review test results to evaluate client needs.
• Consult with medical doctors or other specialists about treatment plans and amend plans as directed.
• Refer clients to supportive services that supplement treatment and counseling.
• Complete administrative duties and paperwork accurately and on time.
• Advocate for clients or client systems when appropriate.
• Provide case management in accordance with accepted standards and program policies.
• Document client contacts and progress according to accepted charting standards.
• Consult with groups and individuals when needed.
• Establish and maintain relationships with referral sources and community agents.
• Participate in clinical and agency supervision, consultation, and staff training as required.
• Provide education, training, or planning on mental health and human service issues as appropriate.

Benefits

• Extensive paid time off, with four weeks of accrual for new employees and increases based on tenure.
• 15 paid holidays annually; holiday pay is included when a holiday is worked.
• Paid sabbatical leave of four weeks for eligible employees after seven years of continuous full-time service.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% agency contribution and a match of up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of three PPO medical plans, with the agency paying 90% of employee premiums and 75% of dependent premiums.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Training curriculum supporting employees throughout their careers.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans.

What This Job Offers

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