Job/Position DescriptionPsychologist II - State HospitalWould you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on peopleand#146;s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below. Performs advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) psychological work. Work involves coordinating psychological activities and programs, conducting psychological evaluations, diagnosing and counseling clients, and conducting psychological research. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Psychologist is accountable to the Psychology Manager. Must have a PhD in Psychology. Work involves conducting psychological evaluations, diagnosing and counseling clients, testing, and working with the treatment team. Will provide clinical supervision to the psychology department. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Psychology Services Manager provides clinical supervisions, consultation, and technical assistance to program staff. The Psychologist provided clinical supervision, consultation, and technical assistance to program staff. Compliance with HHS Immunization Policy required: serologic evidence of immunity to, or documented evidence of vaccination against measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chickenpox), Tdap, annual vaccinations against influenza and hepatitis B (if applicable). Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Develops, coordinates, and evaluates mental health and psychological delivery services, activities, and programs. Administers and interprets psychological tests and conducts psychological assessments and diagnoses. Conducts behavior analyses, and designs and monitors behavior modification and skill acquisition plans. Designs and conducts program evaluation studies Designs and conducts research studies and projects, and disseminates findings. Develop treatment plans that are designs to target specific behaviors or symptoms. Provide on going training to clinical staff and paraprofessional staff. Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings as the representative of psychology services to assists in reviewing comprehensive treatment plans by providing information about potential psychological factors that could have contributed to the development of an individual's mental illness, as well as psychological ways in which the illness can be treated or resolved.(10%) Provide clinical consultation to primary clinician for diagnosis clarification or making treatment recommendations. Complies with HRD mandatory training requirements and participates in on-going training offered by the department of competency, training and development based on facility's deadlines to maintain a https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=589622 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.