Clinical Psychologist II @ Terrell State Hospital

The Clinical Psychologist II assures that psychological assessments and psychotherapy are provided to those patients who require and can benefit from these services. He/she also provides input into the psychological factors and treatment needs of patients to treatment teams as assigned. He/she is involved in providing staff training and in the development of psychoeducational groups and classes on the unit and in the hospital at large as called on. The Clinical Psychologist II may also supervise the work of others as assigned. Serves on committees throughout the facility as needed and provides backup for the Supervising Psychologist as needed.

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Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

• Administers and interprets psychological tests and conducts diagnostic assessments.
• Prepares and reviews psychological evaluations and reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Provides individual, group and family therapies.
• Oversees the design and implementation of special treatment programs.
• Directs psychological activities and programs.
• May develop, plan, and deliver training programs.
• Designs and conducts program evaluation studies.
• May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of and skills in interviewing techniques with individuals and families, and knowledge of current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) diagnostic criteria
• Broad based understanding of psychological/personality theory and severe and persistent mental illness
• Knowledge of administration, scoring, and interpretation of a variety of psychological tests, including personality and intellectual instruments
• Thorough understanding of group process
• Understanding of principles of Continuous Quality Improvement and ethical standards
• Knowledge of The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) conditions of participation relating to psychological services
• Clear and concise communication and interpersonal skills
• Therapeutic skills in individual and group therapy required.
• Skills in behavior therapy, family therapy, CBT, and DBT, preferred.
• Ability to integrate data and theory into a sound understanding of patients with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to convey understanding of patients and other information to others through clear and organized reporting.
• Ability to work with individuals and groups.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

• Must be licensed as a psychologist by the State of Texas or a reciprocity state.

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a doctoral degree in psychology.
• Successful completion of a pre-doctoral internship in clinical or counseling psychology
• AND
• Experience in psychological work.
• Documented training and supervised experience in group, individual, and behavioral therapies, psychological assessment, and psychological testing.

You’ve decided to make caring your career. Come to the place where you can do that and make a real difference in the lives of Texans with mental health needs.

HHSC’s Health and Specialty Care System has nine state psychiatric hospitals (with more expansion planned) and a residential unit dedicated to adolescents. The State Supported Living Centers have 13 long-term care campuses across the state.  These centers are home to many adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Join us and you’ll have the opportunity to work in partnership with academic institutions, community providers, and partners within our agency as we increase work efficiency and provide patient-centered care to more than 12,000 people a year. You can also help us incorporate cutting edge technology into treatment plans.

If you want to be on the forefront of revolutionizing forensic and community psychiatric care or ensure and oversee the delivery of high quality, integrated medical services to individuals with intellectual disabilities, the HHSC Health and Specialty Care System is looking for bright people with new ideas to help us. With a growing demand for our services and a State Legislature that’s investing in the entire mental health continuum of care, Texas is positioned to be a leader and put itself in on the cutting edge of mental health for the 21st Century. Come be a part of it.