Psychologist– Cherry Hospital (Evergreen)
About The Position
This position is assigned to an adult inpatient unit at Cherry Hospital. The patient care units serve chronically mentally ill emotionally disturbed adults who exhibit behavioral problems that interfere with their ability to function safely in a less restrictive environment. Behavioral problems treated on this unit may include, but are not limited to: aggression, hostility, non-compliance, self-injurious behaviors, mood lability, psychotic thinking, and property destruction. This unit specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of these patients. Treatment modalities employed include psychopharmacology, behavior therapy, milieu therapy, group therapy, and individual therapy, social and adaptive living skills training. PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide direct psychological services within the Adult Admissions Unit. This work includes crisis management, diagnostic evaluations, capacity restoration services, group and individual therapy services, and other treatment services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness who reside in the eastern region of the state.
Requirements
- Eligibility for licensure in North Carolina under the provisions of the NC Psychology Practice Act (G.S. 90-270).
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge in essential in core areas of normal and abnormal psychology including perception, motivation, development, learning, the biological bases of behavior, and psychotherapy.
- Knowledge is required of age-appropriate issues for an adult population.
- Skill in the provision of comprehensive psychological evaluations in complex cases using objective and projective measures is essential, as well as advanced skill in providing a wide array of therapeutic interventions for patients with major emotional and behavioral disturbances.
- Knowledge of mental health systems and ability to integrate treatment resources are basic to the position.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct psychological services within the Adult Admissions Unit.
- Crisis management.
- Diagnostic evaluations.
- Capacity restoration services.
- Group and individual therapy services.
- Other treatment services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness who reside in the eastern region of the state.
Benefits
- A variety of leave options
- Professional development opportunities
- Insurance
- Loan repayment opportunities
- Employment stability
- Rewarding professional opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
