Adult Mental Health Psychologist - Focus on Recovery
Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact in Mental Health Recovery!
Are you a compassionate and dedicated psychologist looking to make a difference in the lives of individuals with serious mental illness? Look no further than Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta! We are committed to delivering high-quality care and aspire to be a leader in providing effective psychological treatments for this population.
Why Choose Us?
- Leadership in Mental Health: Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta is dedicated to the recovery and growth of individuals with serious mental illness. Join our team and become part of a community that strives to provide innovative and effective psychological treatments, making a profound impact on the lives of those who need it most.
- Valuable Experience and Training: Training programs for psychologists often overlook or underemphasize working with individuals with serious mental illness. At our hospital, you will have the invaluable opportunity to develop expertise in this specialized field. Gain hands-on experience, expand your skill set, and make a profound impact on the lives of those who need it most. As an APA-accredited doctoral internship, we are a learning-oriented environment, with a full set of opportunities to participate in the training and supervision of doctoral-level students in their practica, internships, and post-doctoral fellowships.
- Collaborative and Diverse Environment: Our multidisciplinary treatment teams are composed of professionals from diverse backgrounds, providing an enriching and collaborative work environment. Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, share knowledge, and contribute to the holistic care of our patients.
- Competitive Salaries and Total Rewards: We value the dedication of our professionals and offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Participate in the Total Rewards initiative designed to improve work-life balance and job satisfaction.
- Immediate Opportunity: We are actively looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Don't miss out on the chance to join our dedicated team and make a real difference in mental health recovery!
About Us:
Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta is situated on 174 acres in DeKalb County, about three miles from the city of Atlanta. Our three major program areas include Adult Mental Health, Forensic Services, and Developmental Disabilities with a catchment area that includes all of metro Atlanta and extends to the northwestern state borders. We take pride in our commitment to providing exceptional care to diverse populations from underserved communities. We foster a culturally diverse and inclusive work environment, encouraging psychologists from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Description:
In this role, you will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary treatment teams in an acute inpatient setting, serving adults with severe mental illness, trauma histories, impulse control issues, and interpersonal challenges. Your primary responsibilities will include providing psychological assessments, behavioral interventions, individual therapy, and group interventions to support the recovery of the people we serve.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Competency in providing services to diverse clients
- Experience working with psychiatric inpatients and individuals with Serious Mental Illness
- Excellent writing and organizational skills
- Experience collaborating on interdisciplinary teams
- Proficiency in psychological assessment
Employment Requirements:
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees and the individuals we serve, specific positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure, and certifications. Current licenses enabling practice within the State of Georgia are essential. As per state law, a national and state background check is required for this type of employment.
Join our Team:
DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Join us at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta and be part of a transformative journey towards effective psychological treatments for individuals with serious mental illness. Together, we can make a lasting impact on mental health recovery!
Qualifications:
Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice psychology AND One year of experience at the lower level Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or equivalent. Note: License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.
Additional Information:
- Requisition ID: HEA08UG
- Number of Openings: 1
- Advertised Salary: 70
- Shift: Day Job
- Posting End Date: Dec 17, 2024
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