Psychologist – St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children

Tower Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a licensed psychologist to join their outpatient behavioral health program. This role focuses on neurodevelopmental assessments, particularly for autism spectrum disorders, and offers the chance to work with diverse teams across physical and behavioral health. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical psychology, particularly in pediatric settings, and will be responsible for providing comprehensive assessments and treatment for children and families. This position not only allows for professional growth but also the opportunity to mentor future psychologists in a supportive health system dedicated to advancing care and outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time-off allowance

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed psychologist with experience in neurodevelopmental assessment.
• Background in pediatric behavioral health and evidence-based treatment approaches.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurodevelopmental assessments and support behavioral health services.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams and supervise psychology interns.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Behavioral Interventions

Psychotherapeutic Strategies

Cultural Competency

Education

PhD or PsyD in Clinical, School, Counseling Psychology

Completion of an APA accredited doctoral program

Tools

ADOS-2

Job description

Job Summary

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a licensed psychologist for the outpatient behavioral health program. The position will primarily focus on neurodevelopmental assessment, with the potential for additional opportunities to support behavioral health services across primary and specialty care practices on our main hospital campus. Prior experience with the assessment of autism spectrum disorders, specifically use of the ADOS-2 and other assessment tools is preferred.

Candidates should have a background in clinical, school, or pediatric psychology, and experience in the assessment and treatment of pediatric behavioral health disorders. Experience in medical settings is preferred though not required. The clinician should have a broad knowledge base of evidenced based treatment approaches for pediatric developmental and behavioral health disorders, including experience with behavioral interventions and psychotherapeutic strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a diverse demographic of clients and providing culturally and linguistically responsive care.

Highlights:

• This position will require working with interdisciplinary teams across physical and behavioral health to support patients and their families within the primary care setting.
• Opportunities will be available to support learners including psychology externs, and medical students, residents, and fellows.
• St. Christopher’s hospital hosts a psychology internship program. Opportunities may also be available to supervise psychology interns.

The Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match.
• Generous paid time-off allowance.
• Commuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parking.
• Supportive health system to advance goals.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• PhD or PsyD in Clinical, School, Counseling Psychology.
• Preference for completion of an APA accredited doctoral program.

Licensure Requirements:

• State of PA – Psychologist License.

Clinical Experience:

• Practices effectively as an independent clinician.
• Responsive to feedback from supervisors and colleagues about clinical practice.
• Provides comprehensive psychological assessment and treatment services to children and families in pediatric settings.
• Communicates with referral sources as indicated.
• Assures that professional practice is in accordance with applicable professional and licensing body standards.