Psychologist - Suffolk County, NY Suffolk County, NY

Family of Kidz; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Disability Insurance

Team Building Events

Incentive Program

Job summary

Family of Kidz is seeking a qualified psychologist to conduct psychological evaluations and develop diagnostic reports for children across ages in Suffolk County, NY. The role includes collaboration with families and school teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and contributing to treatment planning.

The position offers part-time flexibility with potential for full-time based on caseload. License requirements include NYS psychology licensure or limited permit and school psychologist

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology required.
• NY Licensed or Limited Permit Psychologist.
• New York State School Psychologist certificate.
• Experience with autism spectrum disorders.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in supporting children and families.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological evaluations and social/developmental histories for children of various ages.
• Write comprehensive diagnostic and psychological reports.
• Maintain positive communication between supervisors, employees and families.
• Ensure compliance with government and agency regulations and standards.
• Participate in meetings as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Doctoral Degree in Psychology

Job description

• Location: Evaluations in Homes and Preschools throughout Suffolk County, NY
• Status: Part-Time, Fee for service or Full time potential
• Hours: Available during and/or after school hours

Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

What we have to offer YOU:

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days!)
• 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological evaluations and social/developmental histories for children of various ages
• Utilize research-based assessment tools such as the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence-Fourth Edition; Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development-Fourth Edition; Conners Early Childhood Behavior Rating Scales; Behavior Assessment System for Children-3; Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales
• Write a comprehensive and clear diagnostic and psychological report
• Maintain positive communication between supervisors, employees and families
• Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards
• Participate in meetings as needed

About You:

• Passionate to work with children, families and therapists
• Sterling values, high integrity, and high ethical standards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Act with humility and grace
• Empathetic & considerate of others
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

And this background:

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology
• NYS Licensed or Limited Permit Psychologist
• New York State School Psychologist Certificate issued by the New York State Education Department
• Experience working with or evaluating children on the autism spectrum
• Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families
• Bilingual is a plus

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

Why Join our Family?

Since 1998, Family ofKidzhas brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

Family ofKidzprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.