Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
PAX Health is a leading mental and behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Our team of professionals strive to create an environment where mental health is prioritized, stigma is eradicated, and individuals can thrive in their journey towards well-being.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Neuropsychologist to join our team, specializing in providing neuropsychological services to individuals within the workers' compensation population. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in neuropsychology and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals navigating the workers' compensation system.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to assess the mental health, cognitive functioning, and rehabilitation needs of individuals within the workers' compensation population, especially those with TBI and brain trauma.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to address neuropsychological issues, cognitive deficits, and rehabilitation goals following TBI and brain trauma.
- Provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-focused therapies, to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health conditions commonly associated with TBI and brain trauma.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, case managers, and vocational counselors, to coordinate care and facilitate the return-to-work process.
- Advocate for clients within the workers' compensation system to ensure access to appropriate mental health services and resources.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and assessments, in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology or Neuropsychology from an accredited institution.
- Valid New Jersey State license to practice neuropsychology.
- Experience working with individuals within the workers' compensation population preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills, with proficiency in administering and interpreting neuropsychological tests and measures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic alliances with clients in both English and Spanish.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in accordance with professional guidelines and regulations.