Child Psychologist

Location:
Alliance Multi-specialty Clinic and Urgent Care Center

Department:
Psychology-NE Center Clinic

Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:
40

Summary:

The Child Psychologist will provide psychology and psychiatry services for families whose children and adolescents, ages 2 to 18, are experiencing behavioral, neurodevelopmental, and emotional challenges such as depression and anxiety, attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders. The Licensed Psychologist will work with patients and their families to provide psychotherapy (family, individual, and play therapy) and administer psychological testing. The Licensed Psychologist will 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. Understanding the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred.

Required Education & Experience:

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Training in child growth and development.
• Experience using a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests.
• Experience with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, complex psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions, and trauma-informed care is preferred.
• Understanding the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred.
• Prior experience in a pediatric setting is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to develop outstanding leadership skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to high standards of patient care and customer relations practice.

Required Licensure and Certification:

• Licensed Psychologist in the state of Texas (or) Provisionally Licensed Psychologist close to licensure.
• CPR or willing to obtain.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Plan
• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• 403(b) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Life insurance

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About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

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