Clinical Psycologist

Position Description

We are currently seeking a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Ph.D or Psy.D)  at Harlem United/URAM who will play an integral role in the integration of Article 31 Behavioral Health Services and collocated primary care health services in our Federally Qualified Heath Center. The Clinical Psychologist will provide individual and group interventions to individuals who are receiving services in our Article 31 Mental Health. These services are provided in accordance with established policies and procedures and are delivered using clinically appropriate methodologies and prevailing standards or care.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide initial screenings and mental health assessments that identify service needs and recommend treatment recommendations.
• Provision of diagnosis-based treatment to adults and families experiencing symptoms of severe and persistent mental illness.  

Specific Job Functions

• Provides individual & group psychotherapy for adults and families in our Article 31 Clinic;
• Administer full psychological / diagnostic evaluations for recipients of Article 31 Clinic.  
• Provides social service assessment including mental health and substance abuse history and ensures that all social service needs or patients are met;
• Works with the Case/Care Management, Psychiatrists, Therapists, and Primary Care staff to ensure that there is a comprehensive plan for care of patients; 
• Establishes and maintains linkages with social service agency both in and outside of  Harlem which have the capability of meeting the needs of patients;
• Participates in a quality program including peer review process as well as in meetings, conferences, and committees to develop and maintain high quality health care;  
• Participates in annual review of behavioral health policies and procedures; and
• Strong understanding of Medicaid and managed care payer guidelines.
• Familiarity with motivational interviewing skills, implementing interventions commensurate with stages of change and commitment to working within a harm reduction model of care. 
• Knowledge base of evidence based models of care providing services with children and families experiencing SED, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and child onset behavioral disorders including but not limited to trauma. 
• Knowledge base of evidence based models of care providing services to adults with Severe & Persistent Mental Illness, individuals experiencing symptoms associated with Complex Trauma & P.T.S.D. 

Education and Certification 

• Graduation from an accredited institution Doctorate in Psychology
• Licensed in NYS
• English/Spanish fluency preferred.

Other Responsibilities

• Accepts duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Maintains professional courtesy at all times.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.