Psychologist

State of North Carolina•Morganton, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for the provision of Psychology testing and services for infants and toddlers who are enrolled in the North Carolina Infant-Toddler Program (NCITP). The primary functions of this position are to provide psychology evaluations and support, to children birth to 3 years of age. Additionally, this position will be responsible for completing eligibility determination evaluations as part of a multidisciplinary team for children referred to the NCITP, and to assess child and family needs for early intervention supports and services. Evaluations and services are provided as a member of a multidisciplinary team at the Morganton-Hickory Children’s Developmental Services Agency (CDSA). The Morganton-Hickory CDSA is one of a statewide network of 16 regional agencies that provide early intervention services through the NCITP which is the program under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which serves children ages birth to 3 years, who have or who are at risk for developmental disabilities, and their families. The Morganton-Hickory CDSA is the local lead agency for the NCITP for children and their families who reside in Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, and McDowell Counties.

Requirements

Eligibility for licensure in North Carolina under the provisions of the NC Psychology Practice Act (G.S. 90-270).

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of agency goals, early intervention practices, and available referral resources.
Ability to administer and interpret diagnostic tests to determine the range, nature, and degree of communication skills. (Bayley-4 & DAYC)
Ability to maintain accurate documentation, including evaluation reports, and treatment records, to meet federal and state documentation and timeline requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to gain the confidence of families, caregivers, and team members and work collaboratively to achieve optimal outcomes.
Knowledge of infant/toddler development and family‑centered early intervention practices.
Experience working in natural environments (home/community).
Ability to participate effectively in interdisciplinary evaluations.

Responsibilities

Provide psychology evaluations and support to children birth to 3 years of age.
Complete eligibility determination evaluations as part of a multidisciplinary team for children referred to the NCITP.
Assess child and family needs for early intervention supports and services.
Provide evaluations and services as a member of a multidisciplinary team.