Urgently Hiring Psychologists - Emergency Response Role | Full/Part time

About the position

DirectShifts is urgently looking for Psychologists across the state of California for multiple positions opening up soon. This role is critical in providing emergency response services to individuals in need, particularly those with severe mental health issues. The Psychologists will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing therapy, and facilitating psycho-educational groups. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in working with the severely mentally ill and will be expected to navigate the complexities of forensic psychology, including understanding the legal implications of mental health assessments and treatments. Candidates must possess a California Licensure and have a minimum of one year of post-license experience, along with at least six months of experience working with severely mentally ill individuals. A doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution is required, along with completion of an accredited internship. The role demands strong assessment and psychological testing skills, particularly in violence risk assessments, and experience in providing individual psychotherapy and managing personality disorders. All Psychologists referred will be subject to review and approval prior to assignment. The position offers flexibility in scheduling, allowing for both full-time and part-time opportunities. DirectShifts is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of their background.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations for individuals in emergency situations.
  • Provide individual psychotherapy and facilitate psycho-educational groups.
  • Manage treatment plans for patients with severe mental illness, including personality disorders.
  • Collaborate with treatment providers regarding patient progress and forensic consultation.
  • Stay informed about the forensic aspects of mental health, including NGI, IST, OMD, SVP, and mentally ill inmates.
  • Complete necessary documentation and reports for legal and medical purposes.

Requirements

  • California Licensure.
  • Minimum one (1) year post-license experience.
  • Minimum six months working with the severely mentally ill.
  • Doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution.
  • Completed an accredited internship in psychology.
  • Ability to be reimbursed for services by Medicare.
  • Strong assessment and psychological testing skills, especially in violence risk assessments.
  • Experience in facilitating psycho-educational and process groups.
  • Experience in providing individual psychotherapy.
  • Experience with practical treatment and management of personality disorders.

Nice-to-haves

  • One year work experience with serious mental illness in a forensic facility.
  • One year work experience writing and conducting psychological evaluations.
  • One year work experience with court testimony regarding forensic report writing.
  • One year work experience with forensic consultation with treatment providers regarding patient progress.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
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