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Organization: City of Mesa - Police Department
Posted until: April 15, 2024
Description
Classification Responsibilities:
A Police Psychologist is a licensed, non-sworn position responsible for providing behavioral science consultation services to Mesa Police Department (MPD) sworn and nonsworn personnel and their families. Duties include: coordinating clinical interventions, performing crisis intervention services, making referrals and conducting follow up evaluations, developing specialized training for police officer recruits and in-service training for sworn and professional staff (example: psychological aspects of officer involved shootings, hostage and crisis negotiations, psychology of offenders, PTSD, stress management, well-being, anxiety, depression, sleep disorders. etc.), interacting and participating in debriefings, and preparing reports. The Police Psychologist will develop education-based programs designed to train members of the Mesa Police Department on mental health well-being while continuously building and maintaining working relationships with community partners regarding mental health wellness. In addition, this class will supervise a peer support coordinator; provide guidance, development, and resources to the peer team; and act as the Police Department’s liaison with the City of Mesa’s Employee Health and Wellness Manager. This class will be responsible to perform related duties as required.
Distinguishing Features:
This classification has been designated as a non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position. An employee in this classification exercises considerable initiative, independent judgement, and leadership in carrying out assigned duties. The Police Psychologist must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends. This class is supervised by a Police Commander who reviews work through conferences, meetings, written reports, and by results achieved. This class is FLSA exempt-professional.
QUALIFICATIONS
Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology Degree. Two years of postdoctoral experience in the practice of counseling and/or clinical psychology.
Special Requirements. Must possess a Psychologist License from the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners by hire date. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required. Candidates given a conditional job offer will be required to pass a psychological evaluation.
Substance Abuse Testing. Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment/pre-placement and random alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. Experience with personal computer software applciations related to maintaining and organizing data is preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
One position may not include all of the essential functions, knowledge and abilities listed, nor do the listed examples include all the knowledge and abilities which may be found in positions of this classification.
Communication: Communicates with employees, their families, management, and clinical therapists in order to provide counseling, direction, and training; explains processes and procedures; resolves personnel matters; and gathers and disseminates information. Serves as a liaison between the Police Department and the City of Mesa’s Employee Health and Wellness Manager. Gives presentations to various groups. Prepares written documents including file documentation, memos, reports, and correspondence with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
Manual/Physical: Uses a personal computer (PC) in order to create, view, and revise reports. Observes employee behaviors and performs crisis intervention services that affect employees and their families and impact department operations. Operates a motor vehicle requiring a valid Class D Arizona Driver’s License to respond to police employee related incidents. Meets scheduling and attendance requirements.
Mental: Continually evaluates training classes, programs, and data to measure the effectiveness and identify opportunities and improve impact. Maintains accurate records and ensures confidentiality of data collected. Prioritizes own work daily.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
current principles and practices of mental health administration; current trends in prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse; organizational psychology; crisis intervention; interviewing and counseling techniques; research methods and design; procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a stress management program; recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to stress management; the range and needs of the emotionally and socially distressed and disadvantaged; the cause and effects of atypical and disruptive behavior patterns; appropriate computer systems and software applications for assigned tasks; and principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and federal and state funding.
Ability to:
plan, organize, and coordinate the activities of mental health care programs and activities; analyze and effectively evaluate the operations and services of mental health and substance abuse programs, including those of contract providers; analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing health services; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations; communicate clearly and effectively; understand written and oral instructions; supervise, train, and evaluate personnel; interpret and apply City of Mesa and department policies; present information verbally or written in a clear and concise manner; operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized software applications for assigned tasks; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with City personnel, the public, Police Officers, and their families.
The duties listed above are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.
Apply directly here:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mesaaz/jobs/4359747/police-psychologist
Organization: Solari Crisis & Human Services
Posted until: April 6, 2024
Description
The Job/What You’ll Do:
The psychologist conducts a clinical review of member assessment and evaluation documentation to determine if an individual meets the criterion to be determined as seriously mentally ill and severe emotional disturbance (SMI and SED) in accordance with AHCCCS criteria and requirements.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct a comprehensive and timely review of member assessment and evaluation documentation to determine SMI and SED eligibility, including identification of further assessment needs as appropriate. Render SMI and SED eligibility decisions based on clinical documentation review (70%)
• Conduct a face-to-face interview with an individual if there is disagreement with the initial evaluator’s diagnosis. Participate in informal conferences as appropriate regarding SMI and SED eligibility decisions (20%)
• Maintain communication with other agencies on behalf of the organization and members (10%)
• Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Familiarity with applicable state and federal requirements; Critical and logical thinking skills for problem identification and resolution; Decision making; concurrent management of different tasks, caseloads, etc.; Request and utilize data/reports/information to manage outcomes and ensure compliance; Clear, concise, logical verbal and written communication; Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act professionally and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and staff. • Ability to report as scheduled to work, meetings, training, and job-related activities prepared and
• Ability to consistently demonstrate compassion and meet people with compassion; Effort, every interaction deserves my best effort; and Ownership, which drives the company's success.
Education & Experience:
• Ph.D. or - Psy.D.
o Psychology or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in the field
o Behavioral health; serious mental illness determinations or related experience, experience with child populations
• Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Active Licensure by the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners is required.
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands; must occasionally lift and/or move up to 5 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Noise exposure is typical with office operations. Ability to hear and speak.
Who We Are & What We Offer:
Solari is an award-winning nonprofit that operates a 24/7 crisis line serving statewide in Arizona and Oklahoma. Our mission is to Inspire Hope through our talented and compassionate staff.
Since 2007, Solari has been providing crisis contact center services and in that short time has helped thousands of individuals and families connect to the help they need. Additionally, in that short timeframe, Solari has grown to expand services to a peer-run Warm Line, Serious Mental Illness (SMI) determinations, mobile team dispatches, crisis transportation services, emergency room-based assessments, Department of Child Safety (DCS) rapid response and crisis stabilization services, telephone follow-up to those who need it, tragedy support lines and other in-kind services to the community.
• Friendly work environment
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Health benefits (M/D/V) that start the first of the month following the hire date
• Competitive compensation
• Convenient Tempe location and Hybrid Schedule
• On-site fitness room free to all employees
• And many more great perks!
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Organization: Center for Attention Defecit and Learning Disorders
Posted until: April 12, 2024
Description
The Center for ADD, located in Scottsdale, Arizona, is actively seeking a Psychologist/Therapist to join their team. This role is pivotal in the assessment and treatment of ADD/ADHD and other psychological conditions, focusing on natural, non-medication-based interventions. The ideal candidate must meet several required qualifications:
Educational Background: A master's degree or higher (Ph.D., Psy.D.) in Psychology, Counseling, or a related field is essential.
Licensure: Candidates must be fully licensed to practice in Arizona or be in the process of obtaining licensure.
Experience: Prior experience working with patients in a clinical setting is necessary.
Personal Attributes: The successful candidate should not only be dedicated to their profession but also possess strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
Moreover, the role involves assessing and treating a range of psychological conditions, including ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism, learning disorders, TBI, and occasionally, sports performance. The Clinical Associate will work with cutting-edge, non-pharmacological interventions, such as neurofeedback and brain mapping, aligning with the practice's philosophy of natural care.
While preferred qualifications are advantageous, such as a background in ADD/ADHD or learning disorders and experience with neurofeedback therapy, biofeedback, or brain mapping, the emphasis lies on meeting the required criteria.
Joining the Center for ADD offers the chance to specialize in innovative therapies and significant professional growth opportunities. The supportive environment is dedicated to making a tangible difference in patients' lives through evidence-based treatments. See job description and related details document here.
If you meet the required qualifications and are passionate about psychology and natural, technology-assisted therapies, submit your resume and cover letter to: info@centerforadd-az.com to apply.
Organization: Phoenix Children's
Posted until: April 14, 2024
Description
The Division of Psychology at Phoenix Children’s, in collaboration with the Division of Developmental Pediatrics, is seeking a full-time psychologist with expertise in autism spectrum disorders and related behavioral health/developmental conditions. The psychologist will become a member of the Phoenix Children’s Medical Group and will report to the Division Chief of Psychology. The psychologist will join a growing team of 19 Psychologists and 35 Licensed Clinical Social Workers. The psychologist will practice within the Autism Program at Phoenix Children’s which consistently aims to provide dignified and high-quality care.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Provision of direct diagnostic evaluation for youth and their families with a focus on autism spectrum disorder and differential diagnosis.
• Develop strong working relationships with our growing behavioral health colleagues and work well in interdisciplinary settings.
• Provision of supervision of psychology graduate students, predoctoral interns, and/or postdoctoral fellows.
• Provision of training for medical students, residents, and/or fellows within the context of psychological evaluation.
• Potential for provision of additional clinical services based on expertise and interest (i.e., delivery of evidence-based interventions including behavioral therapy and parent training).
This position also emphasizes the cultivation of community partnerships alongside Phoenix Children’s colleagues involved in these efforts. Relatedly, the psychologist will have opportunities to actively engage in community educational and outreach efforts as well as research and program development focused on autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities. The psychologist will also have opportunities to join committees or groups dedicated to embodying our institutional mission to create an inclusive workplace that is well supported to provide equitable and dignified healthcare to our patients. Successful applicants will possess high levels of professionalism, interpersonal communication skills, and adaptability. Leadership skills, or the potential for development of leadership skills, are also essential. Academic appointments are strongly encouraged through our relationships with the University of Arizona-Phoenix College of Medicine, Creighton University School of Medicine, and Mayo School of Medicine.
Candidate Qualifications:
• PhD/PsyD in psychology from an APA-accredited doctoral program.
• APA-accredited internship with specialization in child psychology or a closely related field (e.g., school psychology). • Specialized training related to the evidence-based diagnostic evaluation of autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities (e.g., ADOS-2, interdisciplinary diagnostic evaluation experience, telehealth assessment)
• Demonstration of excellence in provision of clinical care
• Unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, collegiality, inclusion, integrity, and respect for diversity.
• Licensed (or license-eligible) as a psychologist in the state of Arizona.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Psychology.
For questions and inquires, please contact: David Blaha, Provider Talent Acquisition Partner, at dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com