Open Rank - Integrated Pediatric Psychologist (Flex Position) (PhD/PsyD)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•$105,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry has an opening for a Coverage/Flex Position (PhD/PsyD) – OPEN RANK Integrated Pediatric Psychologist position. Reporting to the Section Head for Integrated Behavioral Health, this position is responsible for direct clinical care, teaching, supervision, and program development duties, with a focus on providing integrated behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families who are seen in medical subspecialty outpatient, inpatient, multidisciplinary clinics, and/or primary care settings. This posting is for a Flex Psychologist position and work location will be determined based on organizational need at any given time. This is a faculty position with rank commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications.

Requirements

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field.
We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Instructor: 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience. PhD and/or PsyD
Sr. Instructor: 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience. PhD and/or PsyD
Assistant Professor: 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience. PhD and/or PsyD
Associate Professor: 4-7 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience. PhD and/or PsyD
Professor: 7+ years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience. PhD and/or PsyD
Clinical skill is required for conducting brief and targeted assessments and consultations in integrated healthcare settings
Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team and with colleagues, medical specialists, and trainees across a wide array of clinical settings
Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical information-sharing, training and supervision, and presentations/education to community audiences
Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment
Experience supervising psychology trainees and supporting
Experience with diverse pediatric populations.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated skills in the use of developmentally and diagnostically appropriate screening and assessment tools
Demonstrated skills using evidence-based treatment models including but not limited motivational interviewing, consultation models, and flexible application of behavioral and developmental interventions to address medical and mental health concerns
1-3 years serving as a supervisor for psychology trainees
Experience and skill in consulting with professional colleagues and healthcare staff
Ability to deliver services in Spanish is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide integrated behavioral health services across medical ambulatory clinics, multidisciplinary clinics, hospital inpatient settings, and/or primary care settings throughout the Children’s Hospital Colorado system including at network of care sites.
Consult with pediatric medical teams around addressing behavioral health and environmental factors that impact child well-being including adherence, compliance, adjustment to medical diagnosis and treatment, mental health, behavioral, developmental, and family factors.
Collaborate with medical teams, allied health professionals, resource partners including social work, family navigators, and community health liaisons to deliver comprehensive, team-based care.
Use evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches for children and adolescents presenting with a wide range of medical, behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating integrated behavioral health programming in healthcare settings.
Engage in teaching, supervision, and scholarship, including collaboration on grants and contracts with hospital and community partners.