Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Clinical Psychologist

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

4d•$55 - $82

About The Position

The Division of Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology at Levine Children’s Hospital is seeking a North Carolina licensed or license-eligible psychologist or psychological associate (level IV) to support the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. The position focuses on assessing children and adolescents with, or suspected of having, neurodevelopmental conditions, including ASD, ADHD, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related developmental and psychological conditions. The role includes multidisciplinary evaluation, consultation, and collaboration. Psychologists may be eligible for a faculty appointment through the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, with rank based on qualifications and experience. Training and/or supervision of practicum students or psychometrists may be required. The role conducts clinical assessments and diagnostic formulation, develops treatment and discharge plans, selects and interprets psychological instruments, and provides care consistent with current clinical standards. It also includes crisis management, collaboration with guardians, and, when directed, forensic evaluations and expert court testimony. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a weekday schedule of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-approved training program.
Currently licensed or license-eligible as a Licensed Practicing Psychologist by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Practicing Psychologists.
Minimum of 2 years of specialized clinical experience in psychological assessment of children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Proficiency in test administration and interpretation for diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, IDD, and related developmental and psychological conditions, including ADOS-2.
BLS certification required per policy guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with medical comorbidities, including fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), genetic conditions, and pre- and perinatal complications.
Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology (school, clinical, or counseling) is described in the posting; the education section separately requires a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-approved training program.

Responsibilities

Conduct individualized psychological assessments of children and adolescents with or suspected of having neurodevelopmental conditions.
Conduct assessments based on clinical interviews, presented information, and program standards.
Formulate diagnoses using standards established in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
Write treatment plans appropriate to the patient’s diagnosis, age, and clinical presentation.
Collaborate with appropriate guardians to ensure effective service delivery.
Provide clinical supervision to Psychologist I staff, predoctoral interns, and/or graduate practicum students in the practice of psychology.
Conduct forensic evaluations and provide court testimony as an expert witness when directed.
Select, administer, and interpret psychological instruments and prepare written psychological evaluation reports.
Apply knowledge of treatment modalities and theoretical approaches in accordance with current clinical standards.
Write individualized discharge plans and follow through with the termination process.
Manage clients in crisis using appropriate skills and assessment.
Participate in multidisciplinary evaluation, consultation, and collaboration.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Career development programs.
Potential premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on position.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.