Staff Psychologist

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

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Conducts psychological assessments and provides therapy to children and families and assists in establishing a referral base as appropriate.

Provides psychological therapeutic services to clients each week.

Meets monthly clinical productivity expectations (e.g., schedule 25-35 client appointments per week)

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 general community referrals.

Obtains ongoing education related to the fields of clinical psychology, behavioral pediatrics, and clinical assessment and intervention.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of psychology with an emphasis on behavioral pediatrics (primary care psychology), behavioral psychology and / or cognitive behavioral theories.

Knowledge of clinical diagnostic criteria and emotional, behavioral and developmental disorders.

Knowledge of the principles and methods of administering, scoring and interpreting a wide variety of standardized psychological tests and measures.

Skill in determining diagnoses, providing therapy, conducting evaluation, 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 necessary degree of 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, Counselor, or Mental Health Practitioner in the state in which practicing required.

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