Staff Psychologist-Grand Island, NE

Boys Town; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys Town is seeking a licensed doctoral psychologist to provide treatment and assessment services at the Behavioral Health Clinic in Grand Island, NE. The role involves weekly therapy, clinical documentation, and maintaining productivity while conducting cognitive and psychoeducational assessments.

The psychologist will consult with families and collaborate with pediatricians, schools, and other providers. Ongoing professional education and CE opportunities are supported by the organization.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical, school, and/or counseling psychology is required.
• Completion of an APA-approved internship or equivalent is required.
• Licensed (or licensable) psychologist in the state of practice required.
• Proficiency in assessing and treating a wide range of clinical concerns and diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Provides psychological treatment and assessment services to families and children referred to the Behavioral Health Clinic.
• Provides psychological therapeutic services to clients each week.
• Completes clinical documentation accurately and within expected timeframes.
• Meets monthly clinical productivity expectations.
• Conducts clinical, cognitive, and psychoeducational assessments.
• Provides clinical consultation pertaining to children and families referred for services.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining a referral base from Boys Town, pediatricians, schools, other treatment providers, and community referrals.
• Obtains ongoing education related to clinical psychology and behavioral pediatrics, including CE opportunities.

Skills

Behavioral pediatrics

CBT principles

Clinical assessment

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D. in clinical, school, or counseling psychology

APA-approved internship

Job description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Conducts psychological treatment and assessment services to families and children referred to the Behavioral Health Clinic.

• Provides psychological therapeutic services to clients each week.
• Completes clinical documentation accurately and within expected timeframes, ensuring content is written professionally.
• Meets monthly clinical productivity expectations.
• Conducts clinical, cognitive, and psychoeducational assessments.
• Provides clinical consultation pertaining to children and families referred for services.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining a referral base from Boys Town or pediatricians, schools, other treatment providers, and community referrals.
• Obtains ongoing education related to clinical psychology, behavioral pediatrics, and clinical assessment and intervention, including CE opportunities and professional literature.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of psychology theories, principles, and practices with emphasis on behavioral pediatrics, behavioral psychology, and cognitive behavioral theories.
• Knowledge of clinical diagnostic criteria and emotional, behavioral, and developmental disorders.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of administering, scoring, and interpreting a variety of standardized psychological tests and measures.
• Skill in determining diagnoses, providing therapy, conducting evaluations, and administering standardized tests and measures.
• Ability to apply psychological principles to therapeutic intervention with individuals, groups, and families.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people.
• Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining confidentiality.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical, school, and/or counseling psychology required.
• Completion of an APA‑approved internship or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in assessing and treating a wide range of clinical concerns and diagnoses, such as disruptive behavior problems, ADHD, oppositional and defiant behavior, sleep disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and fears, motor habits, academic problems, and ASDs required.
• Licensed (or licensable) psychologist in the state of practice required.

OTHER DUTIES

• Other duties may be assigned as determined by a supervisor to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful situations without compromising health and well‑being of self, employees, youth, or families. Work is primarily in a normal office environment with minimal physical risks but may involve occasional outside conditions, constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and potential verbal or physical threats from youth.

EEO STATEMENT

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability‑related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1‑877‑639‑6003.