at Cook County Government in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Posting:Jul 5, 2024, 7:25:23 PMClosing Date:Jul 20, 2024, 4:59:00 AMFull-timeShift Start Time:8:00A.M.Shift End Time:4:00P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit:NonePosting Salary:COMPETITIVE SALARY
Organization:Health and Hospital Systems
LOCATION: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital - 1969 W. Ogden Ace., Chicago, IL
DEPARTMENT: Psychiatry
SHIFT: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
JOB Summary
The Neuropsychology Psychometrist is responsible for conducting psychological testing and scores psychological measures as a member of the Neuropsychology Testing Service for the Department of Psychiatry. The Neuropsychology Psychometrist is position will report to the Chief Psychologist and to the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry.
This is a grant funded position. The ARPA Behavioral Health grant will expire on November 30, 2024 with the potential to be renewed.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Provides psychometry support through administration and scoring of psychological and neuropsychological tests across the lifespan of the patient, under the supervision of a clinical neuropsychologist.
Documents behavioral observations to capture the mental health status of the participant
Performs quality checks to ensure the administration, scoring and reporting of test data is complete
Collaborates with and assists neuropsychologist in test training of doctoral students
Assists with ordering of in tracking the use/supplies of existing psychometric materials to facilitate in the service and maintenance of testing materials and measures.
Attends and participates in meetings as needed
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Psychology from an accredited college or university is required. (Must provide official college transcripts at time of interview).
Proficiency using Microsoft Office is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year of neuropsychology psychometry testing experience (academic training or work) is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
*Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
Demonstrates analytical and organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with patients, families, and professional colleagues
Ability to manage confidential information and abide by the parameters of HIPAA
Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy, and precision
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/
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:
*Meetthe minimum qualifications for the position.
*Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question 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 and 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.
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... For full info follow application link.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
