Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Clinical Psychologist

Advocate Health Care; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology at Levine Children's Hospital seeks a North Carolina licensed or license-eligible psychologist or psychological associate (level IV) to support the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.

Candidates should hold a doctoral or master’s degree in Psychology with at least 2 years of specialized neurodevelopmental assessment experience and proficiency in ASD/ADHD testing, including ADOS-2.

Qualifications

• Doctoral or masters degree in Psychology with relevant clinical focus.
• Licensed or license-eligible in North Carolina required.
• BLS certification required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments through interviews and data.
• Formulate diagnoses using DSM standards.
• Create individualized treatment/discharge plans.
• Collaborate with guardians to ensure service delivery.
• Provide supervision of practicum students/psychometrists as needed.
• Conduct forensic evaluations and provide expert testimony when directed.

Skills

Neurodevelopmental assessment

Test administration & interpretation

ASD / ADHD evaluation

Family collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology

Tools

ADOS-2

Job description

Department: 03460 GCMG Pediatric Psychology: 1001 Blythe - Pediatrics: Psychiatry Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Weekdays 8-5 Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35

The Division of Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology at Levine Children's Hospital is seeking a North Carolina licensed or license eligible psychologist or psychological associate (level IV) to support the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.

We are seeking a candidate with a master's or doctoral degree in Psychology (school, clinical, or counseling), a minimum of 2 years of specialized clinical experience in psychological assessment of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, and proficiency in test administration and interpretation required for diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, IDD, and related developmental and psychological conditions, including ADOS-2.

Experience with medical comorbidities including fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), genetic conditions, and pre- and perinatal complications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities will include individualized assessment of children and adolescents with or suspected of having neurodevelopmental conditions, multidisciplinary evaluation and consultation, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Psychologists are eligible for a faculty appointment through the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Provision of training and/or supervision of practicum students and/or psychometrists may be required.

Contact Joanna B. Peters, ABPP-CN with any questions about the position at [e-mail]

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates the ability to conduct assessments based on clinical interview, presenting information and clinical standards of program.
• Demonstrates ability to formulate an appropriate diagnosis using standards established in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
• Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation.
• Collaborates with appropriate guardians to insure effective service delivery.
• Provides clinical supervision of Psychologist I, predoctoral interns and/or graduate practicum students in the practice of psychology.
• Conducts forensic evaluations and provides court testimony as an expert witness when directed.
• Selects, administers, and interprets psychological instruments, including a written report on psychological evaluation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of various treatment modalities and theoretical applications based on current clinical standards.
• Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process.
• Manages clients in crisis utilizing appropriate skills and assessment.

Physical Requirements

Works in a patient care area with potentially combative or self-destructive patients. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, and handling of charts and supplies.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from, an APA approved training program required; license eligible or currently licensed as a Licensed Practicing Psychologist from the N.C. State Board of Examiners of Practicing Psychologists required.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.

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