Clinical Child Psychologist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, or Contract (Cash-basis)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Child Psychologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in administering autism-specific assessments and cognitive testing tools, including the ADOS-2 , ADI-R , Vineland , and other relevant diagnostic instruments. The psychologist will be involved in assessing and treating developmental and behavioral concerns , such as ASD , ADHD , intellectual disabilities , learning disorders , and emotional or behavioral challenges in children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Psychological Assessments: Perform diagnostic evaluations to assess psychological, emotional, developmental, and behavioral conditions in children and adolescents.
• Develop and Implement Treatment Plans: Create individualized treatment plans using evidence-based approaches tailored to each child’s unique needs and goals.
• Provide Therapy and Counseling.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams.
• Parental Guidance and Family Support: Educate and support families in understanding their child’s mental health needs and provide tools and strategies for family involvement in the treatment process.
• Maintain Documentation: Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with regulatory requirements and clinic policies.
• Stay Informed on Best Practices: Engage in continuing education and stay current with developments in child psychology and treatment methodologies to provide the highest standard of care.
• Analyze and interpret data and write evaluation reports with findings and recommendations for treatment or further interventions .
• Develop and implement individualized treatment recommendations for families to help them manage behaviors and support their child’s development.
• Ensure accurate differential diagnosis in cases involving ASD, ADHD, and other related disorders.

Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team:

• Work closely with developmental-behavioral pediatricians , behavioral therapists , speech and occupational therapists , and other mental health professionals to create and implement a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient.
• Ensure continuity of care and effective coordination among all members of the multidisciplinary team.

Family Support and Education:

• Educate and support families in understanding autism spectrum disorder , ADHD , and other related developmental and behavioral issues , helping them with strategies to manage behaviors and promote emotional development at home.
• Empower families with tools to support their child’s development and well-being.

Program Development and Improvement:

• Contribute to the development of clinical programs supporting children with autism, ADHD, and related developmental disorders.
• Stay informed about the latest research and best practices in autism assessments and therapy , as well as general behavioral health interventions .
• Engage in continuing education to stay current with developments in child psychology , autism assessments , ADHD evaluations , and treatment methodologies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology , Counseling Psychology , or a related field with a focus on child and adolescent psychology , specifically autism spectrum disorder and other developmental and behavioral concerns .
• Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) as a psychologist in Tennessee prior to employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and communicate clearly with parents , caregivers , and colleagues .
• Excellent organizational and communication skills , with the ability to manage multiple cases and responsibilities effectively.