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Psychology Director- Expert

**Pay Rate:** $47 / hour

*W2

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree in psychology or a licensed master level in

Psychology.

Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of psychology or

possession of a current license to

practice psychology as issues by another state with licensure requirements acceptable to the Board. If licensed by

another state must secure Pennsylvania license

within one year. At least 2 years experience as a Licensed

Psychologist.

Two years as a licensed Psychologist in Mental Health or two years

as a licensed Psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental

illness and/or mental retardation.

One year of experience in a supervisory role of administrative

capacity.

Knowledge of cognitive-behavioral treatment

methods, mental health theories, concepts and methods related to treatment

and psychology testing.

Role Description

Develops and maintains a plan for the Psychology Department which

assures that

appropriate

psychological services are provided.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth/development

over the life span.

Work effectively in cross-cultural situations as evidenced by demonstrated ability

to value diversity,

understand the dynamics

of differences, and

incorporate knowledge about

culture into the adaptation of programming/interventions/services as

appropriate.

Maintains diplomate status as lead of the Co-occurring program for

those with mental illness and substance

abuse diagnoses.

Plans, organizes, and directs work within the Psychology

department by developing annual

department goals, creating, and prioritizing studies/projects and

assigning, reviewing and evaluating

subordinate work efforts in order to ensure the delivery of psychological services.

Serves as an alternate agent responsible for

evaluating/assessing/responding to referrals from any units within the

hospital.

Specifically, establishes and monitors testing completion for all

admitted individuals with a diagnosis of MR/ ID(intellectual Disability) as

per current guidelines.

Directs department personnel by reviewing performance,

interviewing, hiring, and terminating in order that the productivity of the work force is

maintained.

Directs departmental activity

by using predetermined criteria/standards to assess the effectiveness of

service delivery/performance.

Maximizes departmental participation in the Medicare Part B

program without compromising the standards

and principles of Professional psychology.

Provides subordinates with clear and specific expectations by

establishing annual goals, objectives, and

performance factors in order to enhance the probability of worker

effectiveness.

Serves as liaison between the Wernersville State Hospital and the

Adult Basic Education Program, RACC and

the Weiser education entitlement programs.

This employee has been assigned

responsibility as a Patient Abuse Investigator at Wernersville State

Hospital. As such, the employee is

expected to participate in all required training, and as assigned, conduct and

carry out investigations in a

professional and timely manner. Investigations will be carried out in a manner consistent with Client

Manual Section 7178 and Hospital Policy. While performing patient abuse investigations, the employee

will be responsible to report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Follows current OHS guidelines for monitoring and controlling

overtime usage including: a. A pre-approved

process and documentation of

overtime usage(WSH Overtime Report). b. Time and attendance management. c. All operationally necessary work

assignments shall, whenever possible, be performed within the regular shift.

Follows current Client guidelines for best

scheduling practices that ensure staffing

minimums while monitoring overtime including the use of part-time, wage,

annuitants, seasonal employees, flex

hours, and alternate work schedules.

Assures that Employee Performance Reviews for the department are

submitted on time, meeting all

guidelines of HR-600 or subsequent policy directives addressing EPR

submission.

Collaborate with Medical Director / Supervisory Physicians

regarding mental health diagnosis, if applicable. Demonstrate leadership and organizational

skills, including ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Demonstrate interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with

a wide range of personalities.

Competence in assessing, interviewing and managing patients.

Commitment to enhancing cultural competency.

The Licensed Psychologist Director, M/H has

the overall responsibility for the operations of the Department of Psychology.

A broad base of decision-making, effecting departmental implementation of

hospital policy and professional

standards of service is, therefore, an essential function of this position.

Performs psychological testing requiring a

significant level of expertise to facilitate diagnostic clarification and or

treatment planning.

Perform

other duties (not outlined above) as

assigned.

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