Clinical Psychologist & Pediatric Therapy Supervisor

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children’s Health System is seeking a seasoned Psychologist to deliver psychological services within a pediatric setting. The role includes overseeing documentation, ensuring evidence-based outcomes, and conducting initial psychosocial evaluations with DSM diagnoses and treatment plans.

The position requires a Doctorate in Psychology, Florida licensure or eligibility, and experience in child and family therapy along with clinical supervision.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Psychology is required.
• CPI certification within 90 days of hire and maintained in good standing.
• CPR Heart certification maintained in good standing.
• Florida psychology license or eligibility.
• APA/CPA accredited doctoral internship.
• ABPP board eligibility.
• Experience in individual and family therapy, pediatric psychology, and clinical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee therapist documentation and record keeping for quality and completeness.
• Ensure all programs demonstrate evidence-based outcomes.
• Complete initial psychosocial evaluation within first 2 sessions, including DSM diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Provide direct care, psychological therapies, and evaluations to patients.
• Provide in-service training to staff, interns, and students at hospital and community levels.
• Provide intern and student supervision to ensure treatment procedures are completed.
• Review and complete ongoing documentation and progress notes for treatment goals and responses.
• Schedule patient appointments within 24 hours of assignment.
• Complete outpatient charges after each session and maintain organized records.

Skills

Problem solving

Therapeutic communication

Psychological assessment

Clinical supervision

Education

Doctorate degree in Psychology

APA/CPA accredited doctoral internship

ABPP board eligible

Florida license or license eligible

Level II Background Check & Good Moral Character

Job description

Nicklaus Children’s Health System is seeking a seasoned Psychologist to deliver psychological services within a pediatric setting. The role includes overseeing documentation, ensuring evidence-based outcomes, and conducting initial psychosocial evaluations with DSM diagnoses and treatment plans.

The position requires a Doctorate in Psychology, Florida licensure or eligibility, and experience in child and family therapy along with clinical supervision.