Neuropsychologist - Child and Adolescent Testing Service

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Job Summary

Summary

Treats clients/patients with Mental Disorders by selecting, administering, and interpreting psychological tests; studying medical, emotional, and social histories; interviewing, observing, and interacting with clients; diagnosing disorders; establishing treatment goals and approaches; applying psychological therapies; monitoring development; evaluating and adjusting treatments.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

• Creates protocol for emergency situations and educates family and staff on mental and learning disorders.
• Develops interview techniques, rating scales, tests, surveys, to assess skills, abilities, and interests as aids in selection, placement, and promotion
• Performs psychological assessment with accurate diagnostic impressions.
• Protects the value of healthcare organizations by keeping information confidential and cautioning others regarding potential breaches.
• Assists patients with reaching their treatment goals.
• Assists in mental health crisis situations.
• Prepares patient progress reports and completion notices.
• Attend weekly staff meetings to receive a consultation and connect with other team members.

Qualifications

Education Doctor of Psychology Clinical Psychology required or Doctor of Psychology Child Psychology required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Psychologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience Experience in consultation with patients and staff, evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, ERP, DBT, ACT), and clinical intervention with children and/or adolescents, and presenting to large and small audiences 0-1 year preferred and Experience in supervising psychology trainees 0-1 year preferred Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- Excellent clinical interviewing and assessment/therapy skills to work with patients and families.

- Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.

- Strong customer service orientation.

- Strong quantitative analytical abilities.

- Ability to recognize medical conditions and refer for appropriate care.

- Proficient in therapeutic techniques.

- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

- Ability to prioritize and respond to multiple demands as well as to manage time effectively.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision
  - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision
  - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

799 Concord Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

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