Job: Clinical Psychologist P/D

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Jobing Description

Department: Dev Eval Clinic-Main Center
Schedule: Per diem - Not Benefits Eligible
Shift: Days
Req Number: 38506
JOB SUMMARY:

Clinical Psychologist in the Developmental Evaluation Clinic independently performs a variety of professional duties. Position includes primary responsibility for independent administration, scoring, and interpretation of psychological testing for children and adolescents. The psychologist develops recommendations for treatment and links children to education and therapeutic services. Other duties include counseling families regarding assessment findings and referrals. Test administration is based on an understanding of age, culture, and developmental level. The psychologist documents patient care in the clinical record according to regulatory agency guidelines. Includes supervision and training of non-licensed staff and collaborative work with pediatricians and community organizations.

Skills / Requirements

Minimum Education:

Doctorate degree in clinical, developmental, or school psychology

Licensed in the State of California

Two years experience testing children with developmental delay

Demonstrated ability to maintain and manage caseload, complete reports in timely manner; provide education and consultation to a variety of community services; and to work effectively and harmoniously with professional and clerical personnel

Three years experience conducting diagnostic assessment with children with use of tests:
o Bayley Scales
o Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)
o Wechsler Scales

Ability to supervise or mentor trainees

Experience with diagnostic assessment of autistic spectrum disorders in children under 6 years

Ability to maintain department productivity standard equitable to others at this level


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One year pediatric experience with children under 6 years

Recent experience in a pediatric setting (within the past two years)

EOE/M/F/D/V