Psychologist

RWJBarnabas Health; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 113,300 - 147,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Children’s Specialized Hospital in Hamilton, NJ seeks a Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary pediatric team.

You will conduct psychodiagnostic evaluations, provide individual/family therapy, cognitive and neuropsychological assessments, and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and nurses to support emotional well-being and development in infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

Qualifications

• PhD, PsyD, or EdD required and at least one year of related clinical experience.
• Current New Jersey psychology license required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Experience with cognitive behavioral interventions and autism spectrum preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychodiagnostic evaluations and identify psychosocial needs of pediatric patients and families.
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy tailored to developmental needs.
• Perform cognitive and neuropsychological assessments to guide treatment planning.
• Develop patient-centered goals focusing on adherence, pain management, and well-being.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team for family-centered care.
• Participate in case conferences and provide behavioral health consultation as needed.
• Support patients and families through evidence-based interventions with therapy teams.
• Contribute to program development, research, and staff education.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic skills

Therapeutic skills

Education

PhD/PsyD/EdD

Job description

Req #: 0000259640
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: Psychology
Pay Range: $113,300.00 - $147,500.00 per year
Location: 3575 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619
Job Title: Psychologist
Location: Hamilton (HAM)
Department Name: Psychology
Req #: 0000259640
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $113,300.00 - $147,500.00 per year

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Psychologist – Children's Specialized Hospital, RWJBarnabas Health

At Children's Specialized Hospital, part of RWJBarnabas Health, Psychologists become part of a collaborative, family-centered environment where compassion, innovation, and clinical excellence come together to support children and families navigating developmental, behavioral, and complex medical needs. This outpatient Psychologist role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. As a Psychologist, you will provide psychological assessment, diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic intervention, and consultation while partnering with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams to promote emotional well-being, resilience, and healthy development. Joining Children's Specialized Hospital means becoming part of a team committed to delivering exceptional pediatric care while empowering every Psychologist to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

A Typical Day For a Psychologist May Include

• Conducting comprehensive psychodiagnostic evaluations and identifying the psychosocial needs of pediatric patients and their families
• Providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy tailored to each patient's developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Performing cognitive and neuropsychological assessments to evaluate cognitive functioning and guide individualized treatment planning
• Developing realistic, patient-centered goals focused on treatment adherence, pain management, coping with medical conditions, behavioral health concerns, and overall emotional well-being
• Collaborating with physicians, therapists, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive, family-centered care
• Participating in interdisciplinary case conferences and providing behavioral health consultation to clinical team members as needed
• Supporting patients and families through evidence-based therapeutic interventions while collaborating with occupational, physical, speech, and recreational therapy teams
• Participating in program development, research initiatives, staff education, and community outreach opportunities
• Supervising fellows, interns, externs, and other trainees as appropriate while supporting continued professional development
• Maintaining timely documentation, communicating findings with sensitivity and professionalism, and meeting established productivity expectations

This Role Might Be For You If

• You are passionate about supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children, adolescents, young adults, and their families
• You enjoy building long-term therapeutic relationships with patients and caregivers
• You have strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills and enjoy developing individualized treatment plans
• You communicate with empathy, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity while building trusting relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
• You value collaboration and enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary pediatric care team
• You are adaptable, organized, and committed to providing compassionate, family-centered care
• You are dedicated to lifelong learning through clinical education, research, and professional development

To Be Considered For This Psychologist Opportunity

• You have earned a PhD, PsyD, or EdD and possess at least one year of related clinical experience.
• You hold a current New Jersey Psychologist license and a valid driver's license.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Provider certification is required.
• Experience with cognitive behavioral interventions and working with children and adolescents on the autism spectrum is preferred.
• The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent clinical judgment, strong communication and consultation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with children, adolescents, young adults, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer