Psychologist – Pediatric Behavioral Health Outpatient and Integrated Mental Health Care

Location: New York

Location New York, New York

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Description:

Helping Families Through Accessible Pediatric Mental Health Care:
At New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, we believe that access to high-quality behavioral health care can change the trajectory of a child’s life. Our clinical psychologists partner with children, families, schools, and colleagues across disciplines to address challenges, strengthen functioning, and support development. Based in Upper Manhattan, our behavioral health programs serve a vibrant and diverse community, with a commitment to culturally responsive, family-centered care and reducing barriers to specialized services.

Within an academic medical center, psychologists collaborate with colleagues across psychiatry, pediatrics, medical subspecialties, research, and education. The role offers opportunities to contribute to clinical innovation, mentorship, and training while making a direct impact through patient care. Psychologist – Pediatric Behavioral Health Outpatient and Integrated Mental Health Care New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center seeks a clinical psychologist to join teams within an integrated program spanning pediatric primary care and outpatient psychiatric care within in the department of psychiatry for children and adolescents with varying levels of medical and behavioral health complexity.

The role combines child and adolescent psychotherapy, pediatric psychology, diagnostic assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities for clinical supervision and program development. The psychologist will work across the pediatric lifespan with patients presenting with concerns ranging from those appropriate for brief intervention to more complex conditions requiring sustained treatment and coordination across systems. Clinical presentations may include anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, adjustment to illness, chronic pain, migraines, endocrine conditions, treatment adherence difficulties, and more complex medical needs associated with hematology and oncology, transplantation, and cystic fibrosis.

Responsibilities include comprehensive diagnostic assessment that considers developmental, psychological, medical, family, and social factors; evidence based psychotherapy; individualized treatment planning; risk assessment; and ongoing monitoring of symptoms and functioning using measurement based care. The psychologist will provide culturally responsive care, engage caregivers as treatment partners, and support efforts to improve access, engagement, and continuity of care. Additional opportunities may include supervision of psychology trainees, interdisciplinary teaching, and broader program development.

Credentialed clinicians are also eligible for an academic appointment at Columbia University. This position is well suited to a psychologist who enjoys varied clinical work, values close collaboration with allied health colleagues, and is interested in helping shape accessible, responsive models of care for children and families as the program continues to grow. Preferred Criteria Training or experience in pediatric psychology, integrated behavioral health, and/or the treatment of youth with chronic or complex medical conditions.

Spanish language proficiency is valued. Required Criteria Doctorate degree in Psychology Eligible for New York State Limited Permit in Psychology or New York State License in Psychology Ability to obtain New York State License in Psychology within 18 months of hire Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion.

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