Post-Doctoral Fellow (Behavioral Health)

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Description

North Star Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health care system that serves southeastern Vermont and southwestern New Hampshire. The unique model of our health system integrates 6 federally qualified health centers, including two dental clinics, a vision center, four school-based health centers and a site within our local recreation center. Our organization works collaboratively with Springfield Hospital to meet the health needs of our communities.

Our health centers are Medical Home sites that hold the highest quality certification attainable (Level 3) from the National Committee for Quality Assurance. Patient-centered care is evidence-based, provides high-quality outcomes, and is accessible and affordable to all based on a sliding fee scale. North Star Health is also a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site, which makes providers eligible for up to $100,000 in loan forgiveness.

Located near prime ski resorts, and offering a myriad of outdoor activities, Springfield, Vermont is a picturesque Northeastern, small town with deep historic roots and a vibrant local arts scene. Boston is located two hours away providing easy access to world-class entertainment, culture and dining. Founded in 1761, the 10,000 people who call Springfield home enjoy a high quality of life.

North Star Health is in search of a Psychologist to join our expanding behavioral health program:

• Provide primary care behavioral health consultations and short term interventions.

• Incorporate behavioral health interventions based on skills based treatment and facilitation of behavior change in a population working to better manage, reverse and prevent chronic conditions.

• Demonstrate a knowledge base of the neurocognitive conditions and impacts on an aging population. Previous neuropsychological experience preferable.

• Demonstrate professional ethics and behavior and maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Maintain professional competence through remaining abreast of current research, legal requirements, evidence-based practices, and technology.

• Consultation and contact with North Star School Based Health Centers, outside agencies and schools.

• Risk assessments (risk to harm of self and others) and collaboration with medical providers as needed.

• Execute responsibilities efficiently and in an organized manner. This would include maintaining electronic medical records.

Requirements

• PhD, PsyD or EdD in Psychology working towards licensure.

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID 19 virus and provide required vaccination documentation unless approved for an exemption prior to starting employment. *