What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist position at Cahaba Medical Care Foundation?
Job Description
Job Description
Reports to : Director of Behavioral Health
Background : Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is a community health center providing medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health services to diverse underserved communities in Jefferson, Bibb, Perry, and Chilton counties. We are a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home and Joint Commission accredited organization, committed to increasing integration and coordination of behavioral health and primary care. This is an innovative, fast paced practice with a strong mission and commitment to providing high quality care.
CMCF is launching a collaborative project with United Ability to bring easy access to primary care to the individuals and families served by United Ability. United Ability provides innovative services connecting people with disabilities to their communities and empowering individuals to live full and meaningful lives.
Purpose :
The Clinical Psychologist will be based for a portion of the week within the United Ability Clinic on United Ability’s campus. For the remaining portion of the week, the psychologist will have administrative responsibilities and assist with supervising other counselors employed by CMC as directed and assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health.
Responsibilities and Duties / Essential Functions :
Perform psychological assessments, testing, and evaluation
Provide diagnosis based on assessments, testing, and evaluation
Develop and recommend treatment plans based on patient needs and diagnosis
Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment programs accordingly; communicates with and counsels family members as appropriately
Provide referrals when necessary for additional care, evaluation, or treatment
Able to collaborate well with an interdisciplinary team of clinical care providers to provide high quality care
Coordinate with other counselors and psychiatrists or other medical providers about patient care
Complete all necessary clinical documentation in an accurate and timely manner
Ensure all services are completed according to relevant ethical and professional standards of care
Assist with supervising other counselors employed by CMC as directed and assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health
Can provide both individual, group, or family counseling
Qualifications :
Licensed psychologist in state of practice
Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology
3-5 years of related experience in psychology preferred
Ability to pass a thorough background check
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Strong working knowledge of diagnostic techniques and a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong familiarity with assessment techniques for ADHD, Autism, and IQ preferred
Demonstrated ability to operate within ethical and professional standards of care
Travel Required : Some
Salary and Benefits :
Competitive salary
paid health insurance
401k with 4% match
paid holidays
