Complex Behavior BCBA-D
About The Position
Emory University is seeking an outstanding psychologist with specialization in pediatric psychology to provide clinical care and support in the Complex Behavior Support Program. This role involves serving children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or a related developmental disability within both the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Outpatient Programs (OP). The IOP provides intensive behavioral intervention for severe challenging behaviors, with children attending 5 days/week for approximately 16 weeks, emphasizing caregiver training and precise behavioral assessments. The OP serves children with mild to moderate challenging behaviors, with patients seen once a week, focusing on caregiver training for about 12 weeks. The psychologist will join a multidisciplinary team, utilizing applied behavior analysis for assessment and treatment. Responsibilities include case management for IOP patients, conducting evaluations, providing direct outpatient services, and supervising psychology trainees. Opportunities for research in ongoing clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and single-case design studies are also available.
Requirements
- PhD or PsyD
- License-eligible or licensed to practice as psychologist in the state of Georgia.
- Completion of postdoctoral fellowship focused on the assessment and treatment of complex behavior problems.
- Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an APA- or CPA-accredited doctoral program in psychology
- Completion of an APA-accredited internship
- Completion of postdoctoral fellowship
- Clinical training/background in applied behavior analysis and psychology with experience in the assessment and treatment of severe problem behaviors in children with developmental disabilities.
- Faculty affiliation or appointment in the Emory University Department of Pediatrics
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children's policies and procedures.
- Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
- Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
- Provides an authenticated report of all services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
- Completes necessary documentation and ensures communication in a timely manner to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
- Provides supervision as appropriate to allied health providers and/or support staff in the clinical area.
- A commitment to a model of care centered on inter-professional and collaborative teams of service delivery.
- Actively support research activities underway in the Complex Behavior Support Program and Division of Autism and Related Disorders.
- Seek additional opportunities to support and lead research efforts as time and interest allow.
- Provides direct supervision for trainees, ensuring adequate opportunities for training through teaching, patient contact, case review and research.
- Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area and the organization overall.
- Participates in activities that enhance professional development.
- Completes and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the assigned area.
- Participate in the development of goals for the department including research, quality and customer service initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
