Licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in New Jersey.
Preferred experience in child and adolescent psychology.
Strong skills in assessment, therapy, and crisis intervention.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for children and adolescents.
Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy sessions.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated care solutions.
Offer crisis intervention and develop prevention plans during emergencies.
Assist in the formulation and review of individualized treatment plans.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation according to regulatory standards.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a multidisciplinary team.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives.
Professional development support and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Position Overview: As a Psychologist at Priority Group Services, you will be instrumental in providing psychological assessments, interventions, and therapeutic support to children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral challenges. Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the development and implementation of comprehensive treatment plans.
Responsibilities:
Psychological Assessments:
Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to understand the emotional and behavioral needs of children and adolescents.
Utilize standardized testing and clinical interviews to inform diagnostic impressions.
Individual and Group Therapy:
Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy to children and adolescents.
Collaborate with clients and their families to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team:
Work closely with psychiatrists, social workers, and other professionals to coordinate holistic care.
Participate in team meetings to discuss cases and develop integrated treatment strategies.
Crisis Intervention:
Offer crisis intervention and support to clients during challenging situations.
Collaborate with the team to develop crisis prevention plans.
Treatment Planning and Review:
Contribute to the development and review of individualized treatment plans.
Monitor and assess treatment progress, adjusting plans as necessary.
Documentation:
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Provide written reports and updates to the team as required.
Qualifications:
Licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in the state of New Jersey.
Experience in child and adolescent psychology preferred.
Strong assessment, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
