Child Psychologist

Location:
Alliance Multi-specialty Clinic and Urgent Care Center

Department:
Psychology-NE Center Clinic

Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:
40

Summary:

Seeking a Child Psychologist to provide therapy and diagnostic testing to children, and behavioral consulting to their families.
• ur therapy methods include play therapy, trauma-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and collaborative problem solving. This role provides psychology and psychiatry services for families whose children and adolescents, ages 2 to 18, are experiencing behavioral, neurodevelopmental, and emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders. The Psychologist must possess knowledge and understanding of normal pediatric/adolescent growth and brain development, and have experience with pediatric/adolescent mental health diagnoses and a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests. Understanding the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred.

Required Education & Experience:

• PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Education and training in child growth and development.
• Experience providing therapy to children with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, complex psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions, and trauma-informed care is preferred.
• Experience working with children and families and using a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests.
• Prior experience or postdoc experience in a pediatric setting is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to learn, grow, and develop outstanding leadership skills.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to high standards of patient care and maintain a positive experience for all children and families.

• Licensed Psychologist in the state of Texas, or the ability to obtain. (will consider Provisional License if close to licensure).
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