Pediatric Clinical Psychologist

Cook Children's Health Care System

$80K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an APA accredited institution.
  • Experience in therapy for children with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
  • Proficient in utilizing various treatment methods and psychological testing.
  • Preferred prior or postdoc experience in a pediatric setting.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on professional development.
  • Commitment to high standards of patient care and enhancing family experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Provide therapy and diagnostic testing focused on children and adolescents.
  • Conduct behavioral consultations for families.
  • Implement therapy methods including play therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
  • Utilize trauma-informed care techniques.
  • Assess and treat a range of pediatric mental health diagnoses.
  • Collaborate with families to develop effective treatment strategies.

Benefits

  • Supportive team environment fostering professional growth.
  • Access to ongoing training in contemporary therapeutic practices.
  • Possibility of impactful work in the community with children and families.
  • Flexible work hours within standard full-time framework.
Full Job Description
Location:
Alliance Multi-specialty Clinic and Urgent Care Center

Department:
Psychology-Alliance

Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:
40

Summary:

Our Licensed Psychologist provide therapy and diagnostic testing to children, and behavioral consulting to their families. Our 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 who are experiencing behavioral, neurodevelopmental, and emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders.

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. An understanding of 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 APA accredited institution.
  • Experience providing therapy to children with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, complex psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions, and trauma-informed care preferred.
  • Ability to use 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.


Required Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification:
  • Licensed Psychologist in the state of Texas, or the ability to obtain. (will consider Provisional License if close to licensure).
  • American Heart Association CPR must be obtained prior to start.


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