Psychologist Inpatient Child and Adolescent Part-Time with benefits

Hackensack Meridian Health; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Child/Adolescent Psychologist to diagnose and treat mental disorders in children aged 7 and older. The role requires an Earned Doctorate in Psychology and experience in acute inpatient psych settings. A New Jersey Psychologist License is mandatory. Responsibilities include performing psychological assessments and developing treatment plans. Strong communication skills and proficiency in relevant software are essential. This position emphasizes coordination of treatment and effective discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology and internship in relevant fields required.
• Experience with children in acute inpatient psych settings is essential.
• New Jersey Psychologist License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat mental disorders for children aged 7+.
• Perform functional assessments and psychological testing.
• Coordinate treatment and plan effective discharges.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite

Psychological testing competence

Education

Earned Doctorate in Psychology

Internship in clinical child psychology

Post-doctoral training in child maltreatment or forensic psychology

Job description

The Child/Adolescent Psychologist functions as a clinical psychologist under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, in accordance with the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct of the American Psychological Association, guidelines from the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners, and standards set forth by the joint Commission. In general, the Psychologist independently diagnoses and treats mental disorders and aspects of psychological adjustment. Specific to the behavioral health population served, the Psychologist performs those functions in the areas of functional assessment; intelligence quotient; cognitive status toward the goal of differential diagnostics; coordinated treatment and effective discharge planning. The specific scope of practice will be articulated in the delineation of privileges as issued in the process of appointment to the Medical Staff.

Experience with Children in acute inpatient psych settings required. This position would be working primarily with kids aged 7+ at Carrier Clinic.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Earned Doctorate in Psychology, internship in clinical child, school psychology, adult clinical and/or pediatric psychology.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
3. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
4. Post-doctoral training and/or experience in child maltreatment or forensic psychology.
5. Competence with performing psychological testing as indicated above.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. New Jersey Psychologist License or Practicing Psychologist License.