Licensed Clinical Psychologist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Licensed Clinical Psychologist will assist the Behavioral Health department with making assessments and formulating suitable treatments for Sonoma County Indian Health Projects Inc. (SCIHP) patients. The Licensed Clinical Psychologist will utilize a range of methods to assess patients this includes; observation interviews and psychological tests. The Licensed Clinical Psychologist will develop together with the patient a comprehensive treatment plan that may include individual psychotherapy family therapy and wellness education. The Licensed Clinical Psychologist will also administer objective and projective psychological tests and diagnostic interviews to patients as necessary for comprehensive treatment. This provider will continuously measure the success of treatment programs and make changes where necessary. The Licensed Clinical Psychologist will be involved in an integrated system of care in development of a holistic and traumainformed care that is culturally responsive and culturally appropriate to SCIHP patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides clinically necessary services that are clientinformed to adults children and their families including: intake psychological evaluation assessment crisis intervention individualized treatment planning psychotherapy aftercare planning and rehabilitation planning that integrate best practice models in addressing the presenting clinical conditions and disorders.
2. Select administer score and interpret psychological tests in order to obtain information on individuals intelligence learning disability achievements interests and personalities.
3. Identify psychological emotional or behavioral issues and diagnose disorders using information obtained from interviews tests records observation and reference materials.
4. Use a variety of treatment methods such as psychotherapy hypnosis behavior modification stress reduction therapy psychodrama Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and play therapy.
5. The position requires expertise in the areas of crisis intervention clinical supervision treatment plan development and psychotherapeutic legal/ethical issues.
6. Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal social educational and vocational development and adjustment.
7. Attend weekly group consultation/treatment planning sessions with clinical staff as part of a comprehensive treatment team contributing to a positive departmental environment.
8. Attend interdepartmental integrated care committee meetings for chronic pain clients and provide expert recommendation and input for coordinated care and treatment.
9. Ability to chart and bill using the NextGen billing system or MediCal billing systems.
10. Perform documentation using standardized best practices in the field and tracks all clinical documentations in electronic health record systems paper records and other data management systems as required in an efficient secure and timely manner in accordance with agency policy and procedure. Support all evaluation and data reporting requirements.
11. Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary.
12. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director within the scope of position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Current valid and unrestricted PsyD licensure with the California Board of Psychology.
2. Minimum 5 five years experience in Psychology or Healthrelated field or combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
3. Strong background in traumainformed care and treating cooccurring disorders (mental health and alcohol/substance abuse disorders) that integrates wellness and recovery principles and practices is preferred.
4. Training and experience in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and pain management techniques is a plus.
5. Experience in child and adolescent psychology and counseling is a plus.
6. Experience working with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
7. Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word Excel and Power Point.
8. CPR CPRCardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Knowledge of theory and treatment practices of intrapsychic interpersonal and social problems; community mental health; alcohol and other drug abuse interventions; traumabased treatment (i.e. EMDR); and community agencies and resources that assist with physical and emotional wellness.
2. Understanding of California mandated reporting laws.
3. Possess knowledge and skills in performing a range of psychologist tests to identify psychological emotional or behavioral issues and diagnose disorders using information obtained from interviews tests records and reference materials.
4. Maintain current knowledge of relevant research.
5. Possess excellent communication skills reporting skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
6. Demonstrate selfawareness objectivity a strong desire to help others and thorough knowledge of psychology and treatment options available to patients.
7. Ability to collaborate with other medical professionals as needed for holistic and integrated patient care.
8. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation reports and other written material as assigned using computer and computer software assigned.
9. Ability to understand and adhere to internal and external laws rules and policies.
10. Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others and follow the SCIHP code of conduct.
11. Ability to work independently and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures.
12. Will need to work independently and meet deadlines while also being an effective team member and collaborating with the agencywide management team.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be sensitive to the needs of the Native American community which includes their culture traditions and background.

Competencies:

• Analytical Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.

• Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Customer Service Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills Focuses on solving conflict not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyones efforts to succeed.
• Diversity Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences promotes a harassmentfree environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Judgment Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning /Organizing Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Organizational Support Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organizations goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability Follows instructions responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Initiative Volunteers readily; Undertakes selfdevelopment activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others attention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to do the following:

1. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk hear stand sit and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to use a keyboard computer and monitor.
2. Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
3. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
4. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is generally performed within an office environment.
• Possible exposure to bloodborne/airborne pathogens or infectious materials.
• Noise level ranges from quiet to moderate.
• Lighting and temperature are adequate.

Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants pursuant to Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 29 U.S. Code 791 Title 29 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).