Psychologist

About Company

As one of the largest primary care practices in Southwest Georgia, Albany Area Primary Health Care (AAPHC) provides health care services to more than 54,964 patients and nearly 217,386 office visits per year. AAPHC is also one of the largest Community Health Centers in our region! To learn more about Community Health Centers, and how this benefits Southwest Georgia.

At AAPHC, we strive to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and continuous care to all who access our services. Did you know that all qualifying medical offices operated by AAPHC are recognized as a Level III Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA)?

NCQA offers three levels of PCMH recognition with Level III being the highest level. As a Level III PCMH, AAPHC is committed to continuously raising the quality of care within our practices, while also lowering our patient's health care costs.

Our health care teams are comprised of psychologists, LPCs, LCSWs, PMHNPs and Psychometrists. Assisting these providers are clinical staff members, laboratory personnel, and business office professionals.

Our goal is to always provide access, and even expand access, to your provider so you always can reach AAPHC when you need us most! When you visit an AAPHC office, you can trust that you'll be well cared for by our team. Always.

About the Role

As a Psychologist at AAPHC, you will play a critical role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health issues. Your work will focus on improving clients' psychological well-being through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and personalized care plans.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health support and contribute to the development of treatment strategies that address behavioral, emotional, and cognitive challenges.

This role demands a compassionate and ethical approach to client care, ensuring confidentiality and respect for diverse backgrounds. Ultimately, your efforts will help clients achieve improved mental health outcomes and enhanced quality of life.

We offer a great benefit package to include eligibility for loan repayment, paid Life Insurance, Short and Long Term disability. PLUS a potential $50,000 sign on bonus.

Minimum Qualifications

• A doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure as a Psychologist in Georgia
• Demonstrated experience in psychological assessment and mental health counseling.
• Strong knowledge of ethical guidelines and legal requirements related to psychological practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized training or certification in crisis intervention or family therapy.
• Experience working with diverse populations across different age groups and cultural backgrounds.
• Familiarity with behavior modification techniques and evidence-based psychotherapy modalities.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or social assistance setting.
• Ongoing professional development through workshops, seminars, or relevant continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to identify mental health conditions and behavioral issues.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using counseling psychology and psychotherapy techniques.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing acute psychological distress.
• Facilitate family therapy sessions to address relational dynamics and promote healthy communication.
• Monitor client progress and adjust therapeutic approaches as necessary to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social workers, and other stakeholders to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Stay current with advancements in psychological research and best practices to inform clinical work.

Skills

The required skills such as Counseling Psychology, Psychological Assessment, and Mental Health Counseling are essential for accurately diagnosing and treating clients' mental health conditions.

Crisis Intervention skills enable the psychologist to provide immediate support during emergencies, ensuring client safety and stabilization. Psychotherapy and Behavior Modification techniques are applied daily to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms and behavioral patterns.

Family Therapy skills facilitate addressing systemic issues within family units, promoting healing and improved relationships. Together, these skills empower the psychologist to deliver comprehensive, client-centered care that adapts to individual needs and fosters long-term psychological well-being.