Psychologist - PRN
Acadia·Covington, Louisiana
Acadia·Covington, Louisiana
The Psychologist is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating adult patients through psychological testing and therapeutic interventions. They provide clinical leadership, develop patient care plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to improve patient quality of life.
Covington Behavioral Health is the ideal provider for adult men and women who have been struggling with acute changes in their emotional and mental well-being and who can benefit from comprehensive psychiatric services and therapeutic interventions that are designed to provide stability while improving each patient’s potential for experiencing enhanced quality of life. We are currently seeking to add a PRN Psychologist to our skilled and patient focused team.
Assess and evaluate patient through the use of case history, interview and observation. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development/adjustment. Diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview and psychological tests, as well as formulate and administer programs of treatment.
Assess and diagnose patient utilizing specialized knowledge and skills.
Develop and implement patient care plans based on area of defined clinical expertise, risk and overall patient care complexity and identifies desired patient outcomes.
Prescribe and manage medications by the prescriptive authority allowed within the state the facility operates.
Evaluate and monitor patient outcome and response to care using current best practice guidelines and developed clinical protocols.
Provide clinical leadership in assessment, treatment planning, general healthcare, medical and psychosocial approaches.
Collaborate with clinical staff in assessment, treatment planning, general healthcare and a review of patient progress and treatment.
Provide consultation and training to other team members regarding the patient medical psychological care, including pharmacologic management needs.
Conduct psychological assessments.
Educate consumers and their families regarding medications/symptoms/illness/side effects upon request.
Collaborate with other providers as necessary.
Participate in the on-going assessment and therapeutic engagement of patient.
Order, interpret and evaluate laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies appropriate for patient care.
May administer psychological testing, scoring and interpreting psychological tests, and advise others on the appropriateness of psychological testing.
May perform evaluations of personality and cognitive functioning.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.
When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.
Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Master's or PhD in Psychology from an accredited college or university required, level determined by the state in which the facility is operating.
Three or more years' experience post Masters preferred.
Able to use various modalities, including individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy.
One year experience required in a supervisory capacity in a mental health treatment program, preferably including both clinical and administrative supervision.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Current professional license, per state regulations/requirements.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile, where facility requires.
Our Comprehensive Treatment Network
23,500 Employees · 11,400 Beds · 258 Locations · 38 States · 1 Network
As a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the United States and Puerto Rico, Acadia Healthcare operates 258 treatment facilities across 38 states.
Our network of treatment facilities offers multiple levels of care for various behavioral health and substance use disorders.
At Acadia, our primary goal is to meet patients where they’re at in their treatment process.
We do this by providing a multitude of levels of care, including detoxification, residential treatment for addiction, residential treatment for dual diagnosis, acute psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services, and an array of outpatient programming options, ranging from partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) to traditional outpatient services.
Our expansive network of treatment facilities creates greater access to care, reduces the stigma associated with mental illness and addiction, and offers those in our communities a safe environment in which to receive the treatment they need.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
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Requires a Master's or PhD in Psychology and a current professional license per state regulations. Preference is given to candidates with three or more years of post-Master's experience and one year of supervisory experience in a mental health program.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
