Psychologist

Position Summary

Works in accordance with the plans and policies established by the Board of Directors within the health care setting, which includes mental health and as a member of the Service Team, providing direct therapy services to clients of the Center. This employee will function independently and autonomously. Work is to be performed under general supervision and administrative direction and will be review through conferences and reports for achievement of the desired results.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Provide cognitive and behavioral interventions to individuals (adult and pediatric patients) with a behavioral health problem
• Provide classes in a format appropriate for a primary care setting (i.e., stress management, sleep enhancement and chronic pain)
• Consult with primary care physicians (PCP) regarding patient care, as requested
• Timely follow-up on all PCP referrals via same-day verbal and/or written communication; timely documentation in the patients' medical record
• Deliver brief presentations/trainings to primary care team members regarding behavioral health related issues and BHC services provided
• Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of clinical pathway programs
• Consult with legal authorities, as directed
• Support the Mission, Vision and Values of TFHC
• Effectively manage a full daily patient schedule as defined by the BHC manual
• May include supervision of peer providers who are in training or not yet fully licensed
• Attend and participate in meetings, committees, and conferences, as directed

Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Training

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology, with a minimum of (2) years' experience as a therapist
• Current BLS Certification
• Current and unencumbered license to practice in the State of Florida

Required Years of Experience

• (2) years' experience providing mental health services in a community-based setting preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Experience with Autism testing to include ADI and ADOS required
• Ability to navigate and enter data into an electronic health record
• Ability to work independently, adhering to all TFHC, HIPAA, accreditation, Federal and State rules, and regulations
• Ability to work with persons from a wide diversity of social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Skillful and tactful in working with patients who may be physically and/or mentally ill, uncooperative, fearful, and emotionally distraught
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to work collaboratively with primary care team members, patients, and other Behavioral Health professionals