Licensed Psychologist / Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA)

Autism Center of Excellence • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Autism Center of Excellence is seeking a Licensed Psychologist (LP) or Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) to complete autism diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents in our Durham, NC clinic. This role offers flexible scheduling, reliable referrals, and strong clinical support—allowing you to focus on high -quality assessment and meaningful family guidance.

Requirements

• Active North Carolina license as an LP or LPA
• Master’s degree (LPA) or doctoral degree (LP) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology
• Experience conducting autism and developmental evaluations
• Strong diagnostic reasoning and professional writing skills
• Ability to communicate sensitive results clearly and empathetically
• Active North Carolina LP or LPA license in good standing
• Proficiency in administering and interpreting standardized autism assessments (e.g., ADOS -2, ADI -R, CARS, DISCO)
• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic formulation skills
• Excellent written communication and report -writing ability
• Ability to provide compassionate, family -centered feedback
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional standards (HIPAA compliance)
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinic environment

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinic -based evaluation experience
• Familiarity with Medicaid documentation
• Experience with tools such as:
• ADOS -2
• CARS -2
• Vineland -3
• ADI -R
• SRS -2
• Training in autism diagnostic assessment preferred (e.g., ADOS -2, ADI -R, CARS)

Responsibilities

• Conduct autism and developmental evaluations using standardized assessment tools
• Provide clear, compassionate diagnostic feedback to families
• Complete written diagnostic reports within seven (7) days
• Serve as a Licensed Qualified Autism Service Provider (LQASP) for Medicaid requirements
• Collaborate with ABA clinicians when treatment recommendations are appropriate
• Maintain HIPAA -compliant, timely, accurate documentation

Benefits

• Competitive per -assessment pay structure
• Flexible scheduling (FT or PT)
• Consistent referral stream
• Administrative support with scheduling and coordination
• Streamlined templates to reduce report -writing time
• Opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and professional development
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company -paid life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level