Clinical Health Psychologist - Ryan White HIV Program- Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavi Job Charlottesville area,Virginia USA

Position: Clinical Health Psychologist - Ryan White HIV Program- Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavi[...]

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Health Psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences to be a lead mental health provider in the Ryan White HIV Program. The University of Virginia Ryan White HIV Program is a federally and state funded program designed to provide comprehensive care and support services for individuals with HIV/AIDS. The program provides whole-person care for approximately 1000 people with HIV.

With Ryan White support, the University of Virginia has been able to offer psychologic and psychiatric care embedded into the HIV clinic. As a Clinical Health Psychologist within the Ryan White program, the faculty member will play a vital role in providing psychological and behavioral care for people with HIV, and enhancing the overall well‑being and quality of life for people with HIV.

Responsibilities

Psychological Assessment and Treatment: The primary focus of this position is clinical care (8 four‑hour sessions per week). Faculty will conduct comprehensive psychological assessments of people with HIV to identify psychosocial factors impacting their health and well‑being and provide evidence‑based individual psychotherapy.

Behavioral Health Integration: Faculty will collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to integrate behavioral health services into the medical care setting, ensuring comprehensive and whole‑person care for people with HIV.

Education: Opportunities for teaching include didactics and supervision with Infectious Diseases residents and fellows. Opportunities for supervising Clinical Health Psychology post‑doctoral fellows in the Ryan White Clinic may also be available.

Program Development: Faculty will partner with Ryan White clinic leadership to (1) develop and implement new programs and initiatives aimed at improving the psychological well‑being and overall health outcomes of Ryan White Clinic populations and (2) assist with grant writing, programmatic evaluation and reporting, and dissemination of best practices.

Location

The University of Virginia Medical Center is located on the main university grounds of the University of Virginia. The University of Virginia is annually ranked as one of the premier public institutions in the United States and is located in Charlottesville, a picturesque small but cosmopolitan city that offers a blend of historic charm, natural beauty, and cultural vibrancy.

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