What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist position at The University of Pittsburgh?
Psychologist
Provides targeted, tiered psychological supports and related assessments, consultations, and intervention services and uses results to guide tiered supports and interventions. Conducts small group and individualized therapeutic and social skills interventions and oversees interagency meetings for support services and/or next steps. Facilitates professional development and education, writes annual program reports, designs data collection methods to track progress and impact, and participates in research and interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
Additional duties include:
Providing timely evaluation and treatment to patients and adhering to the research protocol. The contact with patients will phone or telemedicine visits. Evaluation of suicidal ideation and crisis intervention.
Assist with the research or clinical team’s responsibilities occasionally (e.g., data abstraction, data management).
Attend weekly meetings pertaining to research and patients with the Principal Investigator and other team members.
The therapist could also assist with research related activities (e.g., literature review, manuscript or presentation preparation, study start up documentation, handouts).
The Therapist will interact with staff inside and outside the University and may include interpreting, explaining, issues and assistance with problems solving.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
