Organizational Psychologist studies and assesses the organizations workforce, management, culture, business objectives, and challenges using psychological principles and research methods. Designs and develops programs and tools that will be appropriate for the needs of the organization and which will assist employees and management to better achieve desired goals. Being an Organizational Psychologist utilizes various methods including employee surveys, focus groups, skill assessments, performance appraisals, and other feedback mechanisms to assist management in identifying issues and driving improvements. Creates solutions and programs that may be focused on employee selection, job training, leadership training, workplace and family issues, and change management. Additionally, Organizational Psychologist requires a master's degree in industrial/organizational psychology. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Organizational Psychologist works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be an Organizational Psychologist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Behavioral Health Department at Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC) invites applicants for a psychologist position with our behavioral health team. WCCHC seeks to attract culturally diverse psychologists of the highest caliber, skilled in assessment, diagnosis, therapy, and crisis intervention with culturally diverse patients; who are able to effectively collaborate within multidisciplinary teams; engage in the supervision and training of diverse students; and participate in various training roles and activities.
The population served at WCCHC is extremely culturally diverse, and the majority of patients identify as being of Native Hawaiian ancestry. Services are comprehensive and include primary care, a 24-hour emergency department, and a Native Hawaiian Healing Center, which provides traditional healing for patients. Within the behavioral health department, providers and staff are culturally and ethnically diverse and committed to serving underserved populations. Training opportunities in Hawaiian culture, values, and traditions is available throughout Ha Ola Village, the Center’s initiative to proliferate and disseminate Hawaiian cultural training.
As an equal opportunity employer, WCCHC and the Behavioral Health Department has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply. WCCHC seeks to create a work environment and organizational culture that reflects the diversity of the community in which it is located, and a climate for the success by honoring the diversity of all employees.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
1. PhD, PsyD, or EdD in Psychology
2. Completion of internship required by degree
3. One year of supervised experience under a licensed psychologist
4. Possess an active, unrestricted Hawaii Psychology License
An Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer