Lead Psychologist

We are recruiting for a motivated Lead Psychologist (PhD) to join our team

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Department

OBHS Mental Heath Pro-Fee

"The following positions within Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry, Inpatient Adult Psychiatry, Psychiatric Emergency Services, CARES, and Outpatient Behavioral Health Services are offering the opportunity to enroll in a program offering a cash incentive to recognize your work treating patients with substance use disorders. This program is sponsored through the ACCESS (Advancing Careers, Competencies, and Equity in Substance Treatment Services) grant. Employees must be >

0.6 FTE to be eligible. 50% of the bonus will be received 90 days after signing the program contract. Program is available until grant funds are exhausted.

Registered Nurses (RNs) may earn up to $7,500

Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) may earn up to $3,500

Care Navigators may earn up to $3,505"

Job Summary

Provides clinical services as Privileged by the Denver Health Medical Staff office, including individual and family psychotherapy, standardized psychological testing, and case coordination and case management. Functions as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary team and provides clinical leadership for other staff members. Participates as a member of the Division of Psychology in supervision and teaching for the doctoral internship and provides supervision to psychology trainees, as needed. Under general supervision of the Chief Psychologist the lead provides basic on-the-job training of assigned duties and assists management with the day-to-day administrative activities. These duties may include input regarding corrective action and performance appraisals. The Lead assists in the effective management of all clinical caseloads and audits clinical documentation. The Lead will support data tracking initiatives along with the development and sustainability of department standard of work. The Lead also assists the Chief Psychologist in promoting and implementing department priorities including quality, safety, and financial metrics.

Essential Functions

Provide high quality psychological clinical services to individuals and families as assigned. (10%)

Provide services that are appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patient. (5%)

Provide group psychotherapy to address general clinical needs and to assist in maintaining the therapeutic milieu. (5%)

Generate documentation of psychotherapeutic services in the medical record in a timely fashion. (5%)

Provide behavioral health assessment to individuals which may include cognitive, achievement, and personality testing. (5%)

Write professional psychological reports in a timely fashion. (5%)

Direct regular meetings of the multidisciplinary team. (5%)

Assist in developing behavior management plans on patients. (5%)

Supervise psychology practicum students, psychology doctoral interns, and postdoctoral fellows in collaboration with the Chief Psychologist and with other members of the Division of Psychology. (5%)

Actively participate in faculty and leadership meetings. (5%)

Collect information and provide input for annual performance reviews. (5%)

Provides input for corrective actions. (5%)

Align team members with strategic initiatives of Denver Health through Visual Management and data tracking. (5%)

Monitor caseload distribution and effective management of active patients. (5%)

Develop and sustain standard work. (5%)

Support audit of clinical documentation. (5%)

Participate in teaching as part of the training faculty of the Division of Psychology. (5%)

Participate and / or support academic efforts in research and in professional writing. (5%)

Promotes an inclusive work environment (5%)

Education

Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school Required

Work Experience

4-6 years Five years post-doctoral experience. Required

Licenses

PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Advanced knowledge and skills in psychodiagnostics and in conducting evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention with individuals throughout the life span.

Has knowledge and experience needed to conduct supervision with advanced psychology trainees and licensed psychologists. Possesses skills needed to participate effectively in a leadership role with the multidisciplinary team.

Can participate in teaching other professionals and can participate as a faculty member with the psychology internship and training program.

Possesses advanced written and oral communication skills.

Has knowledge of effective psychological practice in medical settings. Knowledge and the ability to audit for compliance of State, Federal and Agency mandated documentation.

Possesses critical thinking skills that lead to the identification of the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Provides both clinical care and basic administrative assistance.

Proficient with computers and technology including word processing and electronic medical record.

Manages a high volume of email and other communication.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$112, $134,400.00 / yr

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Tuition reimbursement & assistance

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

Respect

Belonging

Accountability

Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health

is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer

(EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.