Outpatient Adult Psychologist

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Outpatient Adult Psychologist to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department OBHS Mental Health Pro-Fee Job Summary The Adult Psychologist provides clinical services to adults. This doctoral level professional provides individual psychotherapy, expert diagnostic assessment, case coordination,and case management. Couples, family or group psychotherapy may also be provided. Standardized psychological testing may be performed but is not a core component of this job. The Psychologist is expected to have skills and abilities with a wide range of moderate to severe psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and sequelae of traumatic stress. Multicultural competence is essential. This position functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team and provides clinical leadership for other staff members and for trainees working with the team. There are additional opportunities to be involved in projects. The Psychologist participates as a faculty member for the accredited internship program and participates in provision of supervision and teaching. Bilingual English/Spanish is a strongly preferred. Experience with implementing a variety of therapeutic interventions including are preferred: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Outpatient Psychologists will work in an outpatient clinic where they have a caseload for which they provide assessment, brief and long-term psychotherapeutic interventions. Essential Functions : Provide high quality clinical services to individuals referred to behavioral health, including evidence-based behavioral health interventions and services that are appropriate to the biopsychosocial needs of adult patients. (40%) Consult with other health providers as part of the interdisciplinary team and generate recommendations, referrals, and case management for patient as needed. (10%) Conduct diagnostic screening of patients using evidence-based assessments and screening tools. (10%) Conduct in-depth diagnostic assessments and safety/risk assessments as needed. (10%) Generate documentation of assessment and intervention in the medical record in a timely manner. (10%) Participate in teaching and didactics as part of the training faculty of the Division of Psychology for predoctoral residents and postdoctoral fellows. (10%) Participate in program improvement and/or academic efforts to support department and organizational initiatives or to generate academic productivity. (10%) Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff as needed (0%) Education : Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school Required Work Experience : More than 1 year One year of postdoctoral experience preferred but will consider newly licensed psychologists Licenses : PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required and BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Advanced knowledge and skills in effective psychological practice, including evidence-based therapy modalities, crisis intervention, and risk assessment. Knowledge of patient populations' cultural, religious, ethnic, and social systems in interactions, care planning, and education. Basic knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations, diagnoses, treatment, and prognosis. Excellent interpersonal skills and motivation to work as part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team in a medical setting. Skill in providing care appropriate to the biopsychosocial needs of the patients served within the clinic setting. Skill in establishing a therapeutic alliance and engaging the patient in collaborative goal setting and prioritizing patient needs. Ability to participate as a faculty member with the Division of Medicine and provide teaching and supervision as needed for the psychology internship training program through the Department of Psychiatry. Ability to respond to feedback and incorporate it into practice. Ability to manage the therapeutic relationship including referring patient to necessary services and termination. Ability to respond to trauma or psychiatric emergency including writing involuntary mental health holds. Microsoft Office skills required. Knowledge of electronic health record/EPIC preferred. Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $112,500.00 - $134,400.00 / yr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5% Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance. Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.