HSPY12-2024-00055-Clinical Psychologist-Evanston

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　　HSPY12-2024-00055-Clinical Psychologist-Evanston

　　Salary

　　$8,871.71 - $9,857.45 Monthly

　　Location

　　Evanston, WY

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　2024-00055

　　Department

　　048-Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming State Hospital

　　Opening Date

　　01/23/2024

　　Closing Date

　　Continuous

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description and Functions

　　Open Until Filled

　　GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

　　This position provides advanced mental health services in various settings for an adult population and collaborates with other healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary approach to caring for patients.

　　The city of Evanston is a small and friendly Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. Concerts, shopping, dining, professional sporting events, and an international airport 60 minutes away in Salt Lake City. Evanston's area is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

　　Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / [email protected]/ 307-444-0791

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

　　Provides psychological evaluation for purposes of admission screening, treatment planning, diagnostic clarification, readiness for discharge and community placement, guardianship, and as required to determine eligibility for other services.

　　Diagnoses and treats mental and emotional disorders. Treatment includes individual, group, and family therapies and may involve a number of different formats, such as the use of cognitive-behavioral treatment techniques.

　　Provides and interprets psychological testing, including the evaluation of mental illness, intelligence, personality, and neuropsychological functioning.

　　Confers with interdisciplinary care teams to discuss, plan, and determine the course of action in patient/client care.

　　Designs, constructs, installs, and implements treatment programs for a treatment unit, section, or group.

　　Qualifications

　　PREFERENCES:

　　Preference may be given to those with the ability to complete multiple psychological assessments and the understanding and treatment of individuals with serious, persistent mental illness.

　　KNOWLEDGE:

　　Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

　　Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of general and/or institutional psychiatry and sub-specialty areas for the care and treatment of individuals with mental illness.

　　Knowledge of human behaviors and performance.

　　Knowledge of individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.

　　Knowledge of psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education:

　　PsyD or Ph. D. in Psychology

　　Experience:

　　2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Psychology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Psychology Services Analyst

　　Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

　　Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Wyoming

　　Necessary Special Requirements

　　PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.NOTES:

　　FLSA: Exempt

　　The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify (https://everify.uscis.gov/c/cases/new) , an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

　　Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.

　　A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.

　　Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions.

　　Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists. A current Influenza Vaccination is required.

　　The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/life/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.

　　Supplemental Information

　　048-Department of Health-Behavioral Health Division-Wyoming State Hospital

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　　The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

　　Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

　　Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

　　There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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