Psychologist - M.A. evaluates patients for mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. Diagnoses disorders, including nature and extent, and determines the appropriate course of treatment for the patient. Being a Psychologist - M.A. uses talk therapy to treat patient illness or distress, cannot prescribe medication. Requires a master's degree in clinical psychology. Additionally, Psychologist - M.A. requires a valid state license to practice. Typically reports to a medical director. The Psychologist - M.A. work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. To be a Psychologist - M.A. typically requires 7+ 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
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