LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST 1

State of Nevada • Boulder City, NV

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About The Position

Licensed Psychologists provide psychological testing, evaluation, psychotherapy, counseling, and consultation to clients or inmates in residential, inpatient and outpatient settings, at a mental health, intellectual disabilities, or correctional facility, or in other settings where psychological services are provided. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. The Aging and Disability Services Division is currently recruiting for a full-time Licensed Psychologist 1 in Las Vegas. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following program: Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS). Incumbents specialize in working with children who have developmental disabilities and related conditions such as Autism, seizures, and traumatic brain injury.

Requirements

• Licensed Psychologist with a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work.
• Experience working with children who have developmental disabilities and related conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Autism diagnostics and prepare comprehensive reports that integrate developmental history, observations, and test results.
• Offer consultations for children experiencing behavioral issues and social-emotional delays.
• Oversee the development of contextually appropriate behavioral support plans to address challenging behaviors.
• Participate in team and clinical meetings to review the progress of the children served.
• Participate in Specialty Clinics like the Autism Clinic.
• Sit on a statewide commission or coalition to support stakeholder needs and state initiatives.
• Provide ongoing parent training and counseling in group settings for families.
• Conduct at least one training session per year for staff.

Benefits

• Innovative thinking and teamwork environment.
• Friendly co-workers.
• Positive working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree