Travel Psychology - $72 to $80 per hour in Columbus, OH

Psychologist – Region 5 (PRN)

Location: Columbus, OH 43215
Position Type: PRN (As Needed)
Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: Minimum 6-Month Assignment
Education Required: Doctoral Degree in Psychology

Position Overview

The Psychologist will provide psychological services at various DODD facilities throughout the State of Ohio on an as-needed basis. Assignments and facility locations will be communicated in advance to allow for scheduling and planning.

Note: Travel may be required between DODD facilities; mileage reimbursement is not available.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Conduct psychological and neuropsychological evaluations and assessments.
• Administer, score, and interpret psychological testing.
• Develop treatment plans and evaluation reports.
• Review patient histories, medical records, and treatment documentation.
• Monitor and evaluate treatment effectiveness and quality of care.

Counseling & Therapy

• Provide individual and group counseling and psychotherapy.
• Address issues including:
  • Trauma
  • Substance abuse
  • Grief and loss
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Self-injurious behavior
  • Family and interpersonal concerns
  • Behavioral and emotional disorders

Risk Assessment & Crisis Intervention

• Conduct suicide risk assessments and behavioral evaluations.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation services.
• Develop safety plans and coping strategies.
• Monitor and assess risk of harm to self or others.

Consultation & Collaboration

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide consultation on psychological matters to interdisciplinary teams.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and case reviews.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on psychological services.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare psychological evaluation reports, treatment summaries, discharge summaries, and behavioral recommendations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Prepare statistical and progress reports as required.

Training & Program Support

• Participate in staff training, professional development, and in-service education.
• Assist with program development and research initiatives.
• Serve on committees and represent psychological services within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology.
• Active Ohio Psychology License.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Experience conducting psychological assessments, evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Strong clinical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to various DODD facilities throughout Ohio.