Clinical Child Psychologist - Early Psychosis

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

39d•Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated and experienced team members who are eager to join this mission. Children’s is seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in serving youth to age 21 years experiencing serious mental illness with psychosis. The psychologist will work within the outpatient CLEAR Clinic to provide access to interdisciplinary treatment meeting the mental health needs of children and teens who experience first episode psychosis or clinical high risk for psychosis. The CLEAR Clinic aims to provide pharmacotherapy, individual psychotherapy, caregiver training, and case management for patients recently discharged from an acute psychiatric care setting (emergency department or inpatient psychiatric unit), referred from the Children’s system, or identified within the general Behavioral Mental Health Outpatient Clinic. Appointments are primarily in-person. Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), social workers, and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient. Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunity for program development is possible. Candidates with a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis, Family-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Psychosis preferred. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage. Oversees and develops assessments and/or treatments for specialty pediatric population. Assists with translation of findings into therapeutic approaches which can be utilized by a transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary team. May supervise students/fellows, pre-doctoral interns, and/or postdoctoral fellows. Cooperates and collaborates with parents, caretakers, and other professionals to meet the total needs of the patient and family. Counsels and educates families. Assists with the coordination of a clinical database and promotes research.

Requirements

Four years of experience in direct assessment and care of pediatric patients in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting
Experience in conducting clinical supervision
Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Psychology
Georgia licensed psychologist
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment
Proficient in neuropsychological and/or psychological assessments and/or treatments of children, adolescents, and young adults

Nice To Haves

Experience in providing family therapy/counseling
Experience in writing and research
Candidates with a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis, Family-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Psychosis preferred.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship.
Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches.
Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines.

Responsibilities

Provides effective delivery of services (e.g., psychological assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment.
Integrates infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development, including referral to outside agencies as appropriate.
Provides appropriate assessment and treatment, including modifications for special population(s).
Develops and successfully implements assessment standards and treatment plans that support established goals.
Documents weekly/monthly treatment notes and assessment reports following established standards.
Completes discharge and follows up according to departmental standards, including liaison services to patient’s local school systems to assist with school re-entry and consultation for individual education program development as appropriate.
Demonstrates and practices family-centered care.
Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.
Communicates relevant information at the patient/family level of understanding.
Identifies patient/family need for services from ancillary departments and provides follow-up and referral as necessary.
Includes family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program.
Evaluates patient and family psychosocial needs and provides appropriate direction to the team to meet these needs.
Maintains an emphasis on minimizing duplication and increasing efficiency.
Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement, meeting required continuing education standards.
Provides clinical supervision to fellows, interns, psychometrists, students, and other employees as assigned.
Supports and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.