PSYCHOLOGIST

Salary: 48.890-66.070 :USD

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Health and Human Services

New Hampshire Hospital

36 Clinton St.

Concord, NH 03301

Psychologist

Full-Time, 1st Shift

Position #16002

$48.89/hour - $66.07/hour

Plus, Direct Care Pay, Ten Dollars per week

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, New Hampshire Hospital has a Full-Time vacancy for Psychologist.

Summary: Professional level of diagnosis, psychological treatment, clinical supervision, and collaborative consultation. Works under the administrative supervision of the Therapeutic Services Director or designee.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) from a college of university accredited by the American Psychological Association with major study in clinical psychology.

Experience : Five years’ experience in clinical psychology, two of which shall have been in a clinical or hospital setting supervised by a doctoral-level psychologist who is licensed by a State Board of Professional Psychologists. Any practical clinical work not included in the specific education requirement as outlined above may be counted as experience. For example, practicums, clerkships, externships, internships, assistantships, and clinical services rendered in connection with gathering data for dissertation may be utilized to fulfill the experience.

License/Certification: Psychology license must be current and in good standing according to the NH Board of Psychologists. Candidates not currently possessing a New Hampshire license must obtain it during the initial probationary period. Positions at the Division of Juvenile Justice Services require only an endorsement as School Psychologist by the State Board of Education.

Special Requirements : Prior to appointment, applicants applying for this position must submit official document attesting to the experience requirement of this classification.

Responsibilities:

• Administers and analyzes psychological test batteries and clinical assessment interviews with acute psychiatric in-patients in a timely fashion for cognitive assessment, personality and psychiatric diagnoses, treatment and to assist the treatment team in discharge planning.
• Provides expert clinical consultation to psychiatrist, neurologist, treatment team, guardian, aftercare agencies, judicial hearings.
• Works closely with psychiatric providers and as needed, other team members, demonstrating excellent communication and collaboration to promote high quality patient care.
• Determines and provides psychological treatment including but not limited to crisis intervention; individual, behavioral and group therapy; cognitive training to acute psychiatric in-patients with severe impairment; provides family counseling when indicated.
• Consults with nursing and other staff about management of difficult patients.
• Completes timely progress notes and other required documentation.
• Provides clinical supervision of doctoral level psychology interns, graduate students, and psychologists with provisional privileges.
• Attends and contributes to continuing education of peers and allied professionals.
• Participates in and suggests Psychology Q.A. audits and clinical program evaluation efforts.
• Consistently demonstrates adherence to New Hampshire Hospital’s core values of integrity, collaboration, being person-centered, compassion and excellence.

Supervisors Workplace Safety Accountabilities

Ensure compliance with established hospital and departmental safety policies and procedures by:

• Conducting periodic (minimum quarterly basis) on site reviews.
• Completing competency-based review, when applicable.
• Providing on the spot reinforcement/training on safety issues; referring staff to formal training programs, as appropriate.
• Recording safety related initiatives for annual reporting.

Total Commitment to Quality

Participates in the formulation of the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives for the Department. Carries out same by acting as an agent of the Department within the hospital. Supports the organizational mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives as demonstrated by a positive leadership presence in unit-based, departmental, hospital wide, or in public meetings/committees.

Participates in the process of continuous quality improvement by supporting unit-based quality improvement activities. Demonstrates commitment to customer service values in professional conduct and by promoting such values in assigned staff.

Disclaimer: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be able to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Beth Nagy, Administrator IV, at Laura.B.Nagy@dhhs.nh.gov or 603-271-5748.

You may also contact Human Resources at NHH-HR@DHHS.NH.GOV .

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.html

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance

o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://das.nh.gov/documents/hr/JobSearch/FINAL_TOTAL_COMP_STATEMENT_ISSUE.xlsx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964

Salary : $49 - $66