PHD Psychologist (Developmental Pediatrics)

The position is in the Child Development Center Working with patients with a variety of developmental disorders Experience in evaluation and diagnosis of developmental disorders, testing, and evaluation is essential The position is part of a team comprised of a neurodevelopmental pediatrician, BCBA, ABAs, RBTs, APN, PA, and social worker all working in collaboration to deliver services. The psychologist is part of the Binder Autism Center, delivering parent pscho-education workshops, parent training, family counseling, facilitating groups and more. St. Joseph's Health operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with non-profit status. Therefore, you may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov and click on "Loan Repayment" to learn more. To provide clinical assessment and treatment services to clients with a variety of mental health issues. Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide optimal, quality services to clients. Responsible for completion of client medical records, in compliance with regulatory standards. Develops discharge plans and linkages aimed to encourage functioning within the community. Work requires the knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts normally acquired through completion of a Doctoral degree in Psychology or Social Work and three to five years of previous work-related experience. Must demonstrate sound clinical judgment. Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) preferred. PhD or PsyD license required commensurate to degree or post-doctoral permit by the state of New Jersey. Work requires the analytical ability to collect information from diverse sources, apply professional principles in performing various analyses, and summarize the information and data in order to solve problems. Work requires the ability to prepare detailed assessments of patient referrals, counseling individual, group or family members, or perform other duties requiring a comparable level of communication skill.