Clinical Psychologist - Contra Costa County, CA

The Behavioral Health Division and Health Centers is offering an excellent employment opportunity with its three (3) Clinical Psychologist positions:

• One position in the Conservatorship’s Office
• One position in the Utilization Review Unit
• One position in the Pittsburg Health Center

Job details:

• Start Date: Flexible
• Duration: Full-Time
• Shift: Varies
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Pay: Competitive Salary

Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders.
• Conduct psychological evaluations, including diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
• Perform psychotherapeutic interventions in group, individual, and family settings.
• Select, administer, and interpret standardized psychological measures.
• Provide consultative services to medical and behavioral health staff and community agencies.
• Testify in court as an expert witness in psychology.
• Provide clinical supervision to graduate students/interns.

Specific Duties by Position:

• Conservatorship’s Office:
• Evaluate clients for diagnosis and grave disability.
• Testify in court regarding diagnosis and disability.
• Perform various types of psychological testing.
• Potential appointment as Deputy Conservator.
• Utilization Review Unit:
• Perform concurrent reviews of inpatient psychiatric admissions.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) regulations.
• Pittsburg Health Center:
• Provide behavioral health interventions, intakes, and brief therapy.
• Assist with linkage to follow-up care for mild to moderately impaired patients.
• Provide brief therapy at various clinic locations throughout the County, as needed.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• License Required:
• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Possession of a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology.
• Education: Doctorate Degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited educational institution.
• Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience providing psychological and behavioral health services in a medical setting or specialty behavioral health unit. This year may include pre or postdoctoral experience.

Perks & Benefits:

• Variety in Work: Engage in diverse duties and responsibilities across multiple settings.
• Skill Utilization: Ample opportunities to utilize and enhance psychological testing skills.
• Dedicated Team: Work with a passionate team focused on serving the community.
• Unique Role: Collaborate with multiple systems of care and teach others to do so effectively.

Challenges:

• Work under pressure and deliver feedback within tight timeframes.
• Address complex problems as they arise.
• Support trainees struggling with testing protocols or turnaround times.