Remote Part-Time Consulting Psychologist – Youth Services

Northern Illinois University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,880 - 117,096; Part time

Job summary

Northern Illinois University (NIU) invites applications for a part-time Consulting Psychologist within the Psychology & Psychiatry Program. The role involves consultation on youth assessments, treatment needs, and placement decisions for youth in care and families, with on-site work in DCFS field offices as needed.

Required qualifications include a Psy.D./Ph.D., Illinois clinical license, and malpractice insurance.

Qualifications

• Psy.D. or Ph.D. required and licensed as a Clinical Psychologist in Illinois.
• Current malpractice insurance is required.
• At least 5 years of clinical experience with children/adolescents and consulting experience preferred.
• Specific child welfare knowledge and understanding of trauma are required.

Responsibilities

• Review referral requests to determine appropriateness of psychological assessments.
• Assist staff in interpretation of psychological and psychiatric reports.
• Attend staffings for youth and monitor provision of mental health services.
• Participate in meetings and trainings and conduct secure care assessments on-site in DCFS offices.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Child psychology

Consulting experience

Interpersonal & assessment skills

Education

Psy.D. or Ph.D.

Job description

Northern Illinois University (NIU) invites applications for a part-time Consulting Psychologist within the Psychology & Psychiatry Program. The role involves consultation on youth assessments, treatment needs, and placement decisions for youth in care and families, with on-site work in DCFS field offices as needed.

Required qualifications include a Psy.D./Ph.D., Illinois clinical license, and malpractice insurance.