Minimum QualificationsA doctorate degree and licensure as a psychologist in the state of New York, plus one year of experience working with individuals with psychosis;ORA master s-level license to practice psychotherapy in the state of New York (i.e., LMHC or LCSW) and at least five full-time years of clinical experience implementing evidence-based therapies with individuals with psychosis.PREFERRED EDUCATION:Ph.D. in Psychology, with state licensure to practice psychology; ORMaster s degree in clinical social work or mental health counselling, with state licensurePREFERRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:One year of experience working with individuals with psychosis in clinical settings (for licensed psychologists) OR at least five full-time years of experience working with individuals with psychosis in clinical settings (for those without doctoral licensure). All candidates should have some familiarity with the clinical high-risk/prodrome and first-episode psychosis constructs, familiarity with chronic psychotic disorders, and a strong background in evidence-based interventions for psychosis.Duties DescriptionThe candidate is expected to:
- Implement evidence-based practices for the purposes of treatment and monitoring of individuals with psychosis and/or at clinical high risk (CHR) for psychosis
- Provide psychoeducation to participants and families
- Engage in outreach and recruitment for the COPE Clinic and Columbia Schizophrenia Research Center (CSRC)
- Monitor CHR participants for signs of conversion to syndromal psychosis
Additional CommentsAll OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
- NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Access to tuition assistance programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
- Paid time off 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
- NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.