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Location:

Claremont, CA Job Posting Title:

Staff Psychologist (Part Time)

Job Details and Requirement:

BASIC FUNCTION

The Claremont Autism Center at Claremont McKenna College is seeking a part-time Staff Psychologist with a license or license-eligibility in California to join our team in providing clinical care for neurodiverse individuals and their families. The successful candidate will operate under the supervision of the Director of the Autism Center. As a core member of the Claremont Autism Center's clinical team, the Staff Psychologist will conduct consultations and psychological evaluations as part of our assessment and evaluation clinic, with an emphasis on comprehensive diagnostic assessments for autism and related neurodevelopmental differences. The Staff Psychologist will also provide evidence-based intervention and support for neurodivergent individuals and their families across a range of clinical programs, including our therapeutic social groups, our parent coaching service, and our individual and family therapy program, which includes treatment for anxiety, mood, and other commonly co-occurring conditions in neurodivergent individuals. In addition, the Staff Psychologist will support clinic management and will assist with supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. This is a one-year, temporary, part-time (20 hours per week) position with the possibility of renewal. Candidates in advanced interview stages will be asked to submit two sample de-identified evaluation reports and three professional references to be contacted only with the approval of candidates. This part-time position is being offered in conjunction with a parallel part-time research position. Applicants well-qualified for both roles are encouraged to apply to the dual positions.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

Reporting to the Director of the Autism Center, the Staff Psychologist works both independently and collaboratively to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities: Provide clinical care for neurodiverse individuals and their families including developmental and psychological assessments; social skills groups and related curricula development; and individual, group, and family therapy, including consultation and parent coaching. Generate timely and appropriate clinical billing and documentation. If relevant, attend weekly individual supervision with the Director. Attend clinic meetings with the Director, staff, and students. Assist in supervising graduate and undergraduate students. Provide administrative and operational support including communication with prospective clients, appointment scheduling, clinical billing, and management of the clinic waitlist. Facilitate relationships with community providers and community referral network. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS & SKILLS

EDUCATION:

A Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field, with clinical training in assessment and intervention for autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders, is required.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of two or more years of clinical experience in the autism field.

PREFERRED CLINICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Established research reliability in the administration and scoring of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2). Experience providing psychological assessments, including comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, for autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders. Experience delivering group social skills intervention to neurodiverse children and teens. Experience delivering individual and family therapy, including behavioral parent training, to neurodiverse individuals and their families.

LICENSES

A valid driver's license or equivalent alternate form of transportation to off-site meetings and events is required. A license or license eligibility as a psychologist in California is required.

REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and

ABILITIES

The candidate must possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or to be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Demonstrate an understanding of, and appropriate adherence to, clinical ethics and codes of conduct. Ability to attend to detail, multi-task, and use effective time management, planning, and organizational skills to perform responsibilities accurately and to meet expected deadlines. Ability to cultivate an inclusive environment including a commitment to mentoring students and supporting clients representing a broad range of socioeconomic backgrounds, political opinions, genders, races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions, and developmental and behavioral functioning. Ability to follow instructions and to delegate appropriate tasks effectively. Ability to work efficiently, cooperatively, and collaboratively with others. Ability to receive and respond appropriately to constructive criticism. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledge of various computer systems such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

OTHER:

HOURS:

The regular clinical hours for this part-time position are 20 hours per week. Availability is required during the academic year on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 - 6:30 p.m. for social groups. This position requires flexibility and availability to work late afternoons and evenings as needed. Some weekends may be required. Travel to professional conferences may be required. Regular hours may vary due to needs of The Claremont Autism Center.

CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS

This is a temporary, part-time, non-exempt, non-benefits eligible position. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal. Supervisor AB1825:

Yes Mandatory Reporter:

Yes Responsible Employee:

Yes Campus Security Authority:

Yes IPEDS Job Category:

29-0000 - Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light (up to 20lbs).

APPROXIMATE PAY RANGE

The anticipated pay range is $35.00 - $40.00 per hour. Pay rate will be commensurate with experience and licensure status.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

REPORTS TO

Director of the Autism Center

GROOMING AND APPEARANCE

Employees are expected to wear attire that is appropriate to the office or department in which they work.

BACKGROUND CHECK

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full consumer background check and fingerprint clearance. Certain positions will require the successful completion of a post-offer physical agility test. Employment is contingent on the satisfactory results of the aforementioned, in addition to compliance with requirements cited in this job description.

ADA/OSHA

This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of this position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing the risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

DISCLAIMER

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties and responsibilities can change and develop over time, accordingly the College reviews job description on a periodic basis and may make changes of business necessity.

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT

Employment with the College is "at-will" meaning that the terms of employment may be changed with or without notice, with or without cause, including, but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. There is no agreement express or implied between the College and you for continuing or long-term employment. While the College has every hope that employment relationships will be mutually beneficial and rewarding, employees and the College retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at will, at any time, with or without cause. The President is the only person who can modify or alter the at-will employment relationship. Claremont McKenna College hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Inquiries may be directed to the Director for Human Resources, 528 N. Mills Avenue, Claremont, California 91711-4015, (909) 621-8490. All applicants must complete and submit an online application to be considered for an open position. Employment is contingent upon new employee providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States, applicant's acceptability for positions requiring use of a college vehicle is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the College's automobile liability insurance. Promotion from within is encouraged whenever qualified employees of Claremont McKenna College are available. Interested employees of the College are urged to contact the Office of Human Resources if qualified for any open position. Please do not contact departments directly. 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Welcome to Claremont McKenna College. Claremont McKenna College (CMC) is a highly selective, independent, coeducational, residential, undergraduate liberal arts college. Established in 1946, CMC is a member of The Claremont Colleges, a consortium of seven independent institutions in Claremont, CA. Before you apply for a position, there are a few things you should know. New employees must provide documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of reference and background checking process. Applicant's acceptability for positions requiring use of a college vehicle is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the College's automobile liability insurance. Depending on job responsibilities, satisfactory completion of a functional physical capacity test may be required. Staff Employment Opportunities Staff employment opportunities are announced as they become available. Positions remain posted for a minimum of five business days from the original posting date. A link to staff employment opportunities can be found here. Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Statement In addition to its commitment to a harassment-free educational and working environment, the College is an equal employment opportunity employer. The College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable state and federal laws on the matter. The College does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition or medical leave, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. The College also prohibits the harassment of any employee on any of these bases. Disability Accommodations In compliance with applicable laws ensuring equal opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, CMC will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual (applicant or employee) with a disability if the disability affects the performance of essential job functions, unless the accommodation results in an undue hardship for the College. Employment decisions are based on the merit and not an individual's disability. An applicant or employee who requires an accommodation should contact the immediate supervisor and the Human Resources Office. If multiple accommodations are identified that do not pose an undue hardship for the College, the selection of an accommodation will be at CMC's discretion. To request disability accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (909) 621-8490 or hr@claremontmckenna.edu for assistance. Statistics Regarding Crime on Campus All colleges and universities receiving federal funds are required to publish a summary of their crime prevention strategies, fire safety, crime reporting policies, and other important matters related to safety and security on campus. This information is contained in CMC's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report, which also contains information about certain crime statistics for the three previous calendar years for incidents occurring on campus, in certain off-campus buildings, in property owned or controlled by CMC, or on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from campus Criminal activities unfortunately do occur at CMC and The Claremont Colleges, so we hope you will take a moment to familiarize yourself with this important information. This year's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available at the following website: www.cmc.edu/clery-report If you have trouble with the online version or would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report, please contact CMC's Human Resource Department at (909) 621-8490 or hr@cmc.edu.