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Job Description: Central State Hospital is seeking a Licensed Psychologist • Provides treatment to adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance, developmental, and behavioral health needs. • Develops and/or completes any warranted risk assessments and psychological testing, behavioral plans, and/or individual and group therapies. • Assists in crisis interventions. • Completes initial assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, monitors patient progress, and assists with discharge planning. • Participates in a multidisciplinary treatment team to assess diagnosis, danger, benefit, and least restrictive level of care. • Provides supervision to practicum students and interns, if appropriately credentialed. • Testifies for involuntary commitment hearings as needed (Note: New psychologists receive training, mentorship, and opportunities to observe before independently testifying). • Conduct competency evaluations and occasional criminal responsibility evaluations. Testify when subpoenaed. (Note: Training can also be provided for these tasks). Preferred Credentials: Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology. Licensed by the Kentucky Board of Psychology. LI-VCT Time Type: Full time