Contract Licensed Psychologist

ICBD•Washington, DC

11h•Remote

About The Position

The Psychologist works under the Director of the Diagnostic Services Department and is responsible for completing psychological/neuropsychological testing, reviewing and signing reports, and conducting supervision and training of all Psychometrists in the region/state. The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology or Developmental Psychology (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) with specific training in assessment of pediatric and adolescent neurodevelopmental disorders, including specific learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and intellectual disability.
Ability to maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record (required).
Prior training experience with assessment/administration/scoring/interpreting of Neuropsychological Tests required.
Experience administering measures/tests of Intellectual Functioning, Development, Autism Spectrum Disorder including the ADOS-2, Social Communication, and Emotional and Behavioral Functioning.
English proficiency required

Nice To Haves

Spanish proficiency is a plus

Responsibilities

To provide comprehensive neuropsychological, psychological and/or psychoeducational evaluations of clients with referral concerns related to learning, behavioral, emotional, and/or social difficulties.
To provide written and oral feedback to clients regarding results of evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations for appropriate remediation of concerns including referrals.
Conduct in-person and/or virtual comprehensive neuropsychological, psychological and/or psychoeducational evaluations.
Following evaluation, provide feedback sessions with the patient (or their legal guardian in the case of a minor).
Compile a written report detailing the evaluation findings, diagnosis(es), and recommendations to be kept in the patient’s medical record and to be shared with the patient (or their legal guardian in the case of a minor) and referral source (in accordance with HIPAA Privacy and Security Plans).
Ensure that written documentation is completed and uploaded in a timely manner per departmental policy.
Provide direct Supervision (Individual/Group) and Training of Neuropsychological Testing/Assessment to “Diagnostic Specialists” (Psychometrists/Technicians).
Actively seek out supervision when needed.
Remain current within the field of psychology and seek opportunities for continuing education related to psychological/neuropsychological testing of pediatric patients.
Participate in weekly Regional Clinical Training Meetings including presenting at Weekly Psychology Assessment Didactic Seminars (PADS).
Maintain an active license and good standing with the state board of psychology.
Comply with ABA Center’s of America’s ’s HIPAA privacy and security policies.
Collaborate with all other team members to facilitate realization of the mission of ABA Centers of America, including attending routine departmental and general staff meetings.