Psychologist

Cook Children's Health Care System•Fort Worth, TX

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Licensed Psychologist (or Licensed eligible psychologist) to provide therapy and diagnostic testing to children, and behavioral consulting to their families. Our therapy methods include play therapy, trauma-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and collaborative problem solving. This role provides psychology and psychiatry services for families whose children and adolescents, ages 2 to 18 who are experiencing behavioral, neurodevelopmental, and emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders. Must possess knowledge and understanding of normal pediatric/adolescent growth and brain development and have experience with pediatric/adolescent mental health diagnoses and a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests. An understanding of the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred. About Us: Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs. Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen. Please, create a profile and upload your resume/CV by clicking the Get Started button.

Requirements

PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited institution
Licensed Psychologist in the state of Texas, or the ability to obtain. (will consider Provisional License if close to licensure)
American Heart Association CPR must be obtained prior to start

Nice To Haves

Experience providing therapy to children with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, complex psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions, and trauma-informed care preferred.
Ability to use a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests.
Prior experience or postdoc experience in a pediatric setting is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to learn, grow, and develop outstanding leadership skills.
Must demonstrate a commitment to high standards of patient care and maintain a positive experience for all children and families.
An understanding of the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred.