Psychologist

Job Description

Job Title: Psychologist

Location: Kansas City, KS

Position Type: Full-time

About Us:
Welcome to Vasco Staffing, where we believe in accelerating our clients towards new heights while forging paths to streamline productivity. Our mission is to connect organizations with unparalleled, reliable, and talented professionals, ensuring a fulfilling and reliable experience for all.

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Psychologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a passion for helping others, and a commitment to delivering high-quality mental health services. As a Psychologist, you will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing therapy, and developing treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to identify mental health concerns, strengths, and treatment goals.
• Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients to address their specific needs and goals.
• Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress throughout the treatment process, adjusting interventions as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as psychiatrists, social workers, and primary care physicians, to coordinate care and provide comprehensive support to clients.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client sessions, assessments, and treatment plans in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and developments in the field of psychology, integrating new knowledge and techniques into clinical practice.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities, including supervision, training, and continuing education, to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure as a psychologist in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience providing psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills, with proficiency in administering and interpreting psychological tests and measures.
• Demonstrated expertise in delivering evidence-based interventions for a wide range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic alliances with diverse clients.
• Commitment to cultural competence and sensitivity in working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
• Retirement Plans: Employer-sponsored retirement plans such as 401(k) or pension plans, often with employer matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Allowance of paid vacation days, sick leave, and holidays.
• Life Insurance: Coverage that provides financial protection to the employee’s beneficiaries in the event of death.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage to replace a portion of income if the employee becomes unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or Health Savings Accounts (HSAs): Pre-tax accounts that employees can use to pay for qualified medical expenses, dependent care, or save for future healthcare costs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling, support services, and resources to help employees manage personal and work-related challenges.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career advancement, training, tuition reimbursement, and skill development.
• Wellness Programs: Initiatives promoting employee health and well-being, such as gym memberships, wellness incentives, and health screenings.

If you are passionate about providing patient-centered care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Psychologist with our healthcare team.

Vasco Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.