Clinical Psychologist Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Eastern Indiana

Job description

About the facility

The residential psychiatric facility specializes in providing comprehensive mental health services to patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions. The facility maintains an integrated treatment approach that emphasizes evidence-based interventions and collaborative care delivery among multidisciplinary teams. The institution supports both individual and group therapeutic modalities while utilizing electronic health record systems to ensure accurate clinical documentation and coordinated patient care.

About the facility location

Indiana offers diverse recreational opportunities and attractions throughout the year, featuring numerous state parks, recreational lakes, and outdoor activities. The region provides access to cultural venues, entertainment options, and seasonal activities that showcase the natural beauty and community resources available to residents and visitors. The area maintains a balance of rural charm and urban amenities with various dining, shopping, and recreational facilities.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide comprehensive psychological services in a residential psychiatric facility serving patients with acute and chronic mental health needs. Primary responsibilities include conducting thorough initial patient assessments, administering and interpreting psychometric testing, and maintaining detailed treatment documentation including progress notes and treatment plans. The psychologist will facilitate both individual and group therapy programs while supervising and mentoring master's-level therapists. Additional duties include overseeing treatment unit programs and utilizing electronic health record systems for accurate clinical documentation and charting throughout the full-time day shift schedule.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 2-3
• Support staff: Master's-level therapists and multidisciplinary team members
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Acute and chronic mental health conditions requiring residential psychiatric care
• Average length of stay: Variable based on patient needs
• Census: Variable residential census
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable based on patient treatment plans
• Initial evaluation time: Comprehensive initial assessments per facility protocol