Clinical Psychologist |
Clinical psychologists meet with clients to identify problems — emotional, mental, and behavioral — in their lives. Through observation, interviews, and tests, the psychologist will diagnose any existing or potential disorders. Then, together with the client, they formulate a program of treatment according to the client’s needs. Psychologists monitor the client’s progress on a regular basis to ensure that their needs are met by the course of action, and to adjust it if necessary. On the job, clinical psychologists: - Identify psychological, emotional or behavioral issues - Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioral disorders - Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes - Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment - Monitor client progress through regular meetings or sessions Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): * Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology. * Must meet educational requirements to be a licensed psychologist in the State of San Andreas. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Highly developed skill sets with regard to reflective listening, rapport building, motivational interviewing, establishing trust, and modeling empathy * Ability to present information clearly and effectively when speaking with others * Contribute to program development, implementation, and evaluation with an openness to receiving and providing constructive feedback * Culturally responsive, open to and capable of working with diverse populations Salaries of up to $15,000/w, plus bonuses ($4,000/h) and benefits. |