Psychologist

Job Description:

Essential Job Functions:

1.   Independently provides professional healthcare services with a focus on neurodevelopmental and neuropsychological issues, including autism testing for children and adults; neuropsychology testing; and interpreting the Rorschach Performance Assessment System. Performs assessment and treatment of patients with autism, ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, seizures, dementia and related diagnoses. Provides individual, family and group therapy.

2.   As a licensed psychologist, also evaluates commercially insured neuropsychology patients; writes and finalizes patient notes and evaluation reports; and reviews and approves neuropsychology and autism tests administered and scored by non-licensed providers.  (NEW – spends over 50% of the time performing these duties)

3.   Provides professional healthcare services with a focus on neurodevelopmental and neuropsychological issues, including autism testing for children and adults; neuropsychology testing; and interpreting the Rorschach Performance Assessment System. Performs assessment and treatment of patients with autism, ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, seizures, dementia and related diagnoses. Provides individual, family and group therapy. 

4.   Functions in accordance with Burrell Behavioral Health Operational Guidelines and within relevant professional code of ethics.

5.   Responsible for meeting department-specific productivity expectations for the minimum number of hours spent providing direct client care, the volume and nature of which is established by supervisory staff, and proactive coordination with support services teams to avoid cancellations within 24-hours of client appointments unless there is an emergency or clear conflict of interest .

6.   Ensures that all client documentation is accurate, in-line with best practices and submitted within the department’s expected timeframe.

7.   Maintains knowledge of Burrell programs, including admission criteria and referral processes.

8.   Provides and/or coordinates a comprehensive follow-up plan to all clients for whom they have been responsible at the time of initial assessment.

9.   Participates in or coordinates emergency services in order to provide rapid aid in cases of crisis.

10.   Maintains general knowledge of community resources and how to access them for needs beyond the scope of services Burrell provides. 

11.   According to Burrell guidelines, participates in peer review staffing and departmental/agency meetings. Participates in and contributes to the various staff development activities of Burrell. 

12.   Responsive to all Quality Assurance/Compliance/Revenue Cycle procedures of Burrell. Cooperates with utilization review procedures and follows established procedures, policies and regulations. 

13.   Within limits of experience, educational background, and Burrell time commitments, presents in public forums educational material to promote community understanding of mental health and to enhance community response to mental health problems.

14.   Is responsive and cooperative with management needs/requests, such as data collection, program evaluation, development of grant applications, maintenance of various contracts for services, etc. Participates in and contributes to the various staff development activities of Burrell.

15.   Completes all agency required trainings and requirements. Regularly participates in evaluation of self and any assigned staff according to Burrell Policies and Procedures.

16.   Performs other work assignments or special functions as assigned by department leadership teams. 

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Doctorate in Psychology, Counseling Psychology or related field; Licensed Psychologist (LP) in the State of Missouri. Demonstrated ability administering and scoring tests for children and adults.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.

• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.

• All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration - Sedentary work:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.