Full-Time Staff Psychologist

PHMC•Philadelphia, PA

18d

About The Position

The Staff Psychologist participates in the Center for Autism’s interdisciplinary assessment, treatment, and consultation programs. The role completes evaluations and follow-up appointments for children and other individuals who need a diagnosis to determine treatment or program placement. The psychologist may also participate in interagency meetings to help determine treatment models and client lengths of stay. The psychologist plans treatment for clients diagnosed with autism, conducts comprehensive and specialty assessments, and assesses and treats clients with autism spectrum disorder from ages 1 through adulthood. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment teams, families, Early Intervention agencies, and school districts to coordinate care and support appropriate treatment environments. It also involves clinical documentation, billing, compliance, staff training, and participation in performance management and hiring activities as directed. Clinical records must remain current and accurate, be accessed only on a need-to-know basis, and be safeguarded against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Written consent is required for release of clinical record information except as required by law.

Requirements

Doctorate or Psy.D. from an accredited program in Clinical or School Psychology.
Valid Pennsylvania license.
Specialized post-doctoral training in Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Training and experience administering and scoring standardized measures, such as ADOS-2.
Ability to access all areas of the Center for Autism service area.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with and ability to use other standardized measures, such as SCQ, SRS-2, Ages and Stages, and BASC-3.
Experience in neuropsychological assessment, including measures of language, learning or achievement, memory, and executive function.
Knowledge of applied behavior techniques and ability to conduct a functional behavior assessment.
Experience working with CBH.

Responsibilities

Plan treatment programs for clients diagnosed with autism and determine ongoing needs.
Conduct comprehensive and specialty assessments, including diagnostic and treatment evaluations at all Center for Autism locations.
Perform detailed assessments and treatment for clients with autism spectrum disorder, ages 1 through adulthood.
Complete IBHS reevaluations and addendums for children diagnosed with autism.
Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and evaluate client progress regularly, adjusting treatment with the treatment team as needed.
Consult with Early Intervention agencies and Philadelphia and regional school districts to coordinate consistent care.
Consult with the treatment team, family support staff, and parents regarding appropriate environmental adaptations.
Monitor therapeutic environments to ensure they are appropriate for clients’ needs.
Participate with Outpatient Services in training staff on specialty evidence-based treatment protocols, when applicable.
Participate with the supervisor in performance management and assist with interviews and hiring as directed.
Maintain client charts and obtain consent signatures when necessary.
Complete and submit billing information for evaluation and treatment sessions.
Ensure compliance with Center for Autism policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Participate in team meetings, department meetings, and required in-service programs.
Complete other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Safeguard clinical records and maintain their confidentiality.