Pediatric Clinical Psychologist or Post Doc Fellowship (Part-Time)

Behavioral Health (Mental Health, RBT, Psychologists, BCBA) Ames, Iowa

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Description

This is a unique opportunity for a Pediatric Clinical Psychologist who is licensed or license eligible to conduct assessments, offer recommendations for services, and provide treatments as appropriate to children and young adults.

ChildServe is a physician-led CARF-accredited pediatric specialty healthcare organization that cares for nearly 5,800 children each year. We treat children with developmental disabilities, including those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, behavioral problems, autism, Down syndrome, and other diagnoses.

Join ChildServe’s multidisciplinary team of experts including pediatric psychology, mental health therapists, nurse practitioners, PT, OT, SLP, and a board-certified pediatric physiatrist.

What You'll Do

• Appropriately select psychologically based instruments to use in assessments and administer, score and interpret assessments accurately.

• Communicate assessment results with child, family, and other appropriate parties maintaining the dignity and respect of the child and the family.

• Develop recommendations consistent with assessment findings, child goals, family goals, and team consensus.

• Devise and implement appropriate treatment programs including therapy, counseling, or advice.

• Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.

  Schedule

• Monday-Friday

• Typical business hours

• Full-time or Part-time positions available

  BenefitsThis role is full-time and eligible for health benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and a 403B retirement account. PTO is frontloaded upon hire and starts accruing immediately. As a non-profit organization we participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

  What You'll Need

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology.

• State of Iowa Licensed Psychologist or Provisional Psychology License (Post-Doctoral applicants accepted).

• Two years or more of licensed practice preferred.

• Experience and effective interactions with children & adolescents on the autism spectrum preferred.

• Trauma informed psychologist with practice experience in intellectual testing, cognitive & aptitude testing, autism diagnostics, and mental illness diagnostics preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

  Why ChildServe?

  ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:

• Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.

• We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, and Iowa City areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.

• Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.

• Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.

• We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.

• We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

  Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.