Part-Time Psychometrist

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Department of Psychiatry

Job Title:
Open Rank Part-Time Psychometrist (Entry - Intermediate)

Position # :

- Requisition #: 39140

Job Summary:

The Trauma-Sensitive Assessment Services for Kids (TASK) Program within the Stress, Trauma, Adversity Research and Treatment (START) Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a part-time .2 FTE Psychometrist (approximately 4 - 8 hours per week). The Psychometrist will work under the direct supervision of our pediatric neuropsychologist and directly support trauma-informed, interdisciplinary evaluations for children ages 3-12 with developmental and trauma-related concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

* Administer and score standardized psychological and neuropsychological measures.

* With direction, implement behavioral management strategies for children with significant emotional and behavioral challenges.

* Document observations during testing.

* Prepare scored protocols and testing summaries.

* Assist with test preparation and maintenance.

* Participate in weekly, interdisciplinary meetings.

* Monitor, maintain, and track assessment inventory, materials, and subscriptions, and coordinate ordering, replacement, and/or renewal of testing supplies and subscriptions as needed.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO, State.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year.

Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans.

We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options
• Dental:
  Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance:
  Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan:
  Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit:
  Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass:
  Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

ENTRY PROFESSIONAL

* Bachelors Degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited an institution

INTERMEDIATE PROFESSIONAL

* Bachelors Degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited institution

* One (1) year clinical research or related experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience administering psychological or neuropsychological measures.

* Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional challenges

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

:

* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

* Strong understanding of psychological or neuropsychological measures and related administration.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

* Outstanding customer service skills.

* Team coordination and management.

* Interpersonal skills.

* Familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and a statistical software package.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional…