Psychologist - Stroger

LOCATION: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Psychiatry

Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to the following email address: MDRecruit@cookcountyhhs.org

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Department of Psychiatry Chair and the Adult Psychiatry Division Chief, the Adult Psychologist will provide psychiatric assessment, management, and psychotherapy to patients with co-morbid medical disease and behavioral problems. Specifically, the incumbent will provide initial psychiatric consultations and crisis management for adults in outpatient, inpatient and emergency settings within the Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCH).

This is a grant-funded position. Grant ARPA - Cook County Behavioral Health Services will expire on September 1st, 2026, with the potential to be renewed.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Provides psychological consultation/liaison services to adolescents and adults as consultant to all CCHHS inpatient medical, trauma and emergency services; including assessments of dangerousness, competence for medical decision making, and recommendation for psychiatric medication
• Provides clinical supervision and teaching to trainees in psychology
• Provides clinical training and teaching to the staff and trainees (MD Residents and Fellows) in the Departments of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Family Practice
• Provides psychiatric assessment as part of Adult Psychiatry Clinics
• Conducts, facilitates, and directs psychotherapeutic services, including individual, couples, and group therapy
• Assists with space allocation, scheduling, patient flow, and management as requested by Adult Division Chief and Lead Administrator of the Department
• Documents all encounters with patients in medical record and communicates diagnoses and treatment recommendations to appropriate medical staff
• Reports any suspected abuse or neglect (in accordance with Illinois State law and CCH Abuse arid Neglect policies)
• Maintains active licensure with the State of Illinois and active credentials with CCH
• Attends required meetings and participates in assigned committees
• Participates in necessary peer review and quality assurance activities
• Engages in Ongoing Provider Performance Evaluation within the Department

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Active professional license as a doctorate-level psychologist in the State of Illinois is required

• Completion of PhD or PsyD in Psychology from APA-accredited program is required

• Completion of psychology internship from APA-accredited program. Specific training in psychotherapeutic techniques is required

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience providing psychological services in medical setting(s) is required

• Experience with gender, age, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, SES, substance abuse, and medical issues of the treatment population served is required

• Experience providing emergency and inpatient psychiatric consultations to medically ill patients is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CADC or MISA-certified is preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Polish) is preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Specific knowledge and/or experience with gender, age, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, SES, substance abuse, and medical issues of the treatment population served.
• Knowledge of all applicable departmental, Cook County, state, and federal regulations regarding patient care.
• Skills in teaching and supervising psychology trainees in psychiatric assessment, psychotherapeutic methods, and psychological testing.
• Excellent human relations and oral/written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage large volume of patients and referrals.
• Ability to assess information, apply critical thinking to determine course of action, and relay this information to patients, families, and clinical staff.
• Ability to provide clear and concise documentation regarding patients and to maintain this information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all staff, trainees, and patients at all times.
• Ability to physically perform in terms of physical movements, vision, hearing, and speech.
• Ability to work independently, be able to prioritize, and manage time.
• Willingness to provide psychiatric consultation and care to all Cook County Health and Hospitals System sites, including Stroger Hospital, Oak Forest Hospital, and Provident Hospital campuses.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

• A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents bust be presented at time of interview.

Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois MD license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate's start date

• Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITAL SYSTEMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER