10 Best Clinical Psychologist Job Description Templates With PDF Samples

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 1

The Clinical Psychologist is responsible for providing professional clinical services including assessments, interventions, consultations, crisis intervention, and psycho-social-educational therapeutic services to children, youth, families, and caregivers.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 1

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 2

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Clinical Psychologist provides evaluation and treatment of patients with behavioral health issues who reside in skilled nursing, assisted living facilities or similar setting.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 2

Provide psycho-diagnostic evaluations, behavioral management, psychological testing within her/his area of expertise, supportive therapy and group therapy
Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team assigned to the facility
Participate in case reviews, consultations and utilization review
- Maintain accurate records on patients treated
- Maintain and submit accurate records for billing purposes on a daily basis
- Participate in staff meetings as needed

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 2

PhD, or PsyD, or equivalent recognized doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an accredited university
Two years of supervised clinical experience at least one of which is post degree
Holds a valid permanent license in practicing state(s) as a clinical psychologist in accordance with the regulations of that state or in the process of obtaining it
Ability to use an Electronic Health Record
Ability to follow a schedule and travel to different locations on a consistent schedule
- Geriatric experience preferred
- Ability to navigate online to record time and attendance and employee service portal applications
- Ability to type on a keyboard, use mouse and/or stylus to do electronic health documentation records

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 3

The Clinical Psychologist will assume a key role in our organization as diagnostician. The Clinical Psychologist will provide diagnostic evaluations and participate in psycho-diagnostic staffing meetings with staff. In coordination with other members of the Team, this position will be responsible for clinical services within the organization, including researching, developing and implementing clinical programs which meet and exceed standards and best practice guidelines; for developing models of care and product lines to meet customer needs and expectations; for marketing services; for performance improvement initiatives; and for assisting clinic managers as they develop and implement strategies to meet organizational business unit fiscal and operational goals.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 3

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 3

Doctoral degree and licensed in the state applicable as a Psychologist
Must complete Continuing Education courses as outlined by thePsychology Board
Obtain and Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification every 2 years
Maintain a clear criminal skills
- Valid Drivers License
- Successfully manage travel schedule and needs of Centers
- Licensed Psychologist Credentials (Preferred)

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 4

A Clinical Psychologist's responsibilities include administration and program development, psychological assessment and evaluation, training and supervision, research/program evaluation, as well as facilitating a wide variety of professional, self-help and personal growth programs.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 4

Plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates a diversified psychology program within the institution.
- Reviews all completed studies, research documents, and a variety of other reports.
- Maintains an ongoing awareness of organizational development, modern correctional practices and various management concepts as it relates to the psychology department.
- Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 4

Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required.
- Experience in planning, organizing, supervising and evaluating a diversified psychology program within the institution.
- Experience in consulting with management officials or unit staff on classification of inmates displaying possible emotional problems and formulating treatment programs.
- Experience in managing the suicide prevention program including investigating all suicide attempts and self-mutilation gestures, reviewing completed psychological autopsy reports and recommending changes in the overall program.

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 5

We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist for a new opportunity.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 5

Conduct psychological evaluations utilizing information from clinical interviews, psychological testing, and collateral sources, as appropriate.
- Provide psychological treatment for individuals and groups; help medical and surgical patients deal with illnesses or injuries.
- Establish psychiatric diagnoses according to the American Psychiatric Association Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Disorders.
- Assist in rehabilitation of patients.

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 5

Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD).
Education: Graduate from an American Psychology Association accredited college or university with a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology.
Internship: Successful completion from an internship in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Minimum of six (6) years full-time counseling experience post-licensure; documented counseling supervision, oversight, and management experience.
- Experience in behavioral interventions, critical incident event management, public speaking, and case management.
- Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a psychologist in any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico or US Virgin Islands.
- Basic Life Support (BLS): possess and maintain current course completion documentation for BLS through an American Heart Association and/or Red Cross approved training program.

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 6

We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist. This role will allow you to hone your skills as an expert consultant in behavioral health and, with no administrative or billing duties to tie you down, you are free to fully focus on your patients. Your efforts will be far-reaching, also bringing much-needed and appreciated assistance to under-resourced facility care teams who will welcome your experience and guidance.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 6

Conduct psychotherapy and behavioral management sessions using tele-video technology
- Perform neurocognitive testing using tele-video technology; provide virtual in-service education
- Collaborate with facility staff; consult with interdisciplinary team members
- Complete patient notes in our Electronic Health Records (EHR) system

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 6

Ph.D., PsyD, or equivalent doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an accredited university
Significant experience in treating adult and/or elderly patient population
- Ability to work on a company provided secure computer using Internet-based electronic applications
- Must have a quiet private location at home or office space in which to consult with patients via tele-video
- Experience working with patients with severe persistent mental illness preferred

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 7

Clinical Psychologists will provide care to patients.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 7

Provide high quality, innovative, therapy to patients over a HIPAA compliant video conferencing platform
Complete, sign and lock clinical case notes within 24 hours of session
- Maintain your personalized database to record proof of licensure, license updates, expiration dates, personal information, etc.
- Keep your availability calendar up to date
- Work with a collaborative care team including health coaches, other therapists, psychiatrists, and external care providers, which includes participating in weekly all-team meetings and weekly consultation groups

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 7

Doctoral degree in psychology
- A clinical license to practice in good standing
- Licensure in multiple states is highly valued
- 3+ years experience providing clinical psychotherapy to individuals, couples or families preferred

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 8

We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 8

You will Identify and diagnose psychological, emotional, medical, and behavioral issues and disorders.
You will utilize a variety of psycho-therapeutic techniques and treatment methods to develop, implement, assess, and modify treatment plans.
You will provide counseling to individuals and groups regarding behavioral problems, physical and mental illnesses and physical rehabilitation.
- You will administer and interpret psychological tests for diagnosing mental and personality disorders and determining physical and mental causes of behavioral disorders.
- You will prepare reports and documentation of patient diagnoses and treatments.
- You will maintain professionalism while working in a high volume fast-paced work environment.

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 8

Applicants must meet the following Basic Requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual.
A satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 9

We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join our team.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 9

Principle function is that of a psychologist for specialized treatment and exercises full professional responsibility for his/her findings, interpretations, decisions, recommendations and reports.
- Responsible for the provision of highly-skilled professional services and serves as a resource person to other psychologists, staff members, and operating officials.
- Responsible for the administration, scoring, and interpretation of a wide variety of psychological testing instruments and procedures, including objective and projective instruments of personality assessment; intelligence tests; and tests and inventories of interests, aptitude, criminality, and achievement
- Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staffs correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 9

Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required.
Experience in preparing psychological reports.
- Experience in conducting a wide variety of interviews and crisis intervention sessions.
- Experience in training staff on how to recognize and deal with emotional, behavioral, and personality disorders.
- Experience in providing assessment and referral services for staff referred to Psychology Services for assistance with problems of alcohol/drug use or emotional problems affecting job performance.

Clinical Psychologist Job summary 10

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will be an integral team member.

Clinical Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities 10

Provide for the psychological evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients in an effective, culturally sensitive, professional and ethical manner
Collaborate with multiple disciplines and assure continuity of care
Present in-service teaching to other clinical disciplines in your facility

Clinical Psychologist Requirements & Skills 10

Must have doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD)
Licensed Psychologist (or within 3 months of full licensure)
Experience and training in geriatric psychology, neuropsychology, and/or health psychology is a plus but not a requirement

10 Best Clinical Psychologist Job Descriptions