Psychology Opening in Kankakee, IL
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Kankakee, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/29/24
**Neuropsychologist opportunity in Kankakee, Illinois**
Located 60 miles from Chicago, IL
**About the Job:**
- Full-time, permanent
- The Rehab Psychologist provides professional services to the Rehab Unit Staff, other hospital departments, and significant community agencies.
- Attends regularly scheduled staffing and case reviews.
- Consultant to the physicians regarding advisability of and methods of psychological testing and to the administration of such tests to appropriate patients.
- Coordinates and supervises psychology students of accredited universities during their clinical practicum.
- Coordinates educational programs for Rehab Unit Staff, other hospital departments, and the community in coordination with the Rehab Unit Manager.
- Identify, develop, implement and name psychological services consistent with the operating needs of the 4th Rehab unit.
- Provide psychological testing and consultive service for inpatients and other psychiatric evaluation services upon consultation of staff physician orders.
- Provides individual therapy for patients upon request of physician.
**Experience/Education Requirements:**
- PhD in Clinical Psychology or professional doctorate degree with certification as a registered psychologist (able to perform independently)
- Prior experience in the rehabilitation inpatient setting preferred, with supervised clinical experience in the various treatment modalities
- 2 years of experience in the various treatment modalities
- 2 years of experience or supervised training in performing psychological testing, including neuropsychological and personality batteries
**Community Details:**
- Nestled about an hour south of Chicago, Kankakee County is home to farmers markets, festivals and family fun. And for city dwellers looking to experience natures splendor, there is no need to journey any further. Meander through miles of hiking and biking trails, float down a river or drive through the countryside all before capping the night off with a craft beer over a good meal or sip the latest world-class wines at the local wine bars. Go to [Register to View]
to learn more.  Additional Perks Include 
- Less than one hour from two major international airports, Midway and O'Hare
- Lower cost of living in Kankakee County of South suburbs of Chicago
- Educational opportunities from preschool through college