Psychologist Atrium Health Sexual Health Therapist FT Days

Atrium Health
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Feb 05, 2025
Overview Job Summary This is a senior level position that provides behavioral health services to patients in a community mental health setting. The primary responsibilities consist of psychological assessment for diagnostic purposes and direct treatment by individual, family and group psychotherapy. Essential Functions Demonstrates the ability to conduct assessments based on clinical interview, presenting information and clinical standards of program. Demonstrates ability to formulate an appropriate diagnosis using standards established in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation. Collaborates with appropriate guardians to insure effective service delivery. Provides clinical supervision of Psychologist I, predoctoral interns and/or graduate practicum students in the practice of psychology. Conducts forensic evaluations and provides court testimony as an expert witness when directed. Selects, administers, and interprets psychological instruments, including a written report on psychological evaluation. Demonstrates knowledge of various treatment modalities and theoretical applications based on current clinical standards. Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process. Manages clients in crisis utilizing appropriate skills and assessment. Physical Requirements Works in a patient care area with potentially combative or self-destructive patients. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, and handling of charts and supplies. Education, Experience and Certifications Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from, an APA approved training program required; license eligible or currently licensed as a Licensed Practicing Psychologist from the N.C. State Board of Examiners of Practicing Psychologists required. BLS required per policy guidelines.