Child & Family Psychologist — Assessments & Therapy

Father Flanagan's Boys' Home; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a licensed psychologist to conduct psychological assessments and provide therapy to children and families, while establishing a referral base with pediatricians, schools and community providers.

The role includes weekly therapy, cognitive, and psychoeducational assessments, and accurate, timely clinical documentation conforming to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of behavioral pediatrics and cognitive behavioral theory.
• Ability to apply psychological principles to therapeutic intervention.
• Experience assessing a wide range of clinical concerns in children.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychological assessments and provides therapy to children and families.
• Completes clinical documentation accurately and timely.
• Meets monthly clinical productivity expectations.
• Conducts clinical, cognitive, and psychoeducational assessments.
• Provides clinical consultation regarding children and families referred for services.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining referral bases from Boys Town, pediatricians, schools, and communities.
• Pursues ongoing education in clinical psychology and related fields.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Therapy for children and families

Clinical documentation

Referral development

Professional communication

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical, school, and/or counseling psychology

APA approved internship or equivalent

Job description

Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a licensed psychologist to conduct psychological assessments and provide therapy to children and families, while establishing a referral base with pediatricians, schools and community providers.

The role includes weekly therapy, cognitive, and psychoeducational assessments, and accurate, timely clinical documentation conforming to professional standards.