Contract Staff Psychologist
About The Position
Possibilities ABA is seeking a licensed Counseling or Clinical Psychologist to conduct autism-focused psychological evaluations for children and adolescents ages 2–17. The role is fully remote, with a preference for candidates near Logan, Utah; contract psychologists may commit to at least two on-site assessments per week at the Logan center. Travel to other sites for in-person assessments is welcome. A relocation stipend of $5,000–$10,000 is available for qualified candidates relocating for the role. The psychologist conducts evaluations using telehealth-compatible testing and, when indicated, in-person ADOS-2 assessment. Evaluations include developmental and clinical interviews, behavioral observations, standardized assessments, review and integration of multiple sources of information, differential diagnosis, and DSM-5-TR-consistent diagnostic formulation. The psychologist prepares concise evaluation reports and provides families with verbal feedback and individualized recommendations. The role also involves collaboration and consultation with a team of psychologists, participation in continuing-education training, and contributing to improvements in assessment practices. The ideal candidate is an early-career psychologist with substantial prior ADOS-2 training and a commitment to collaborative, evidence-based care for neurodiverse children and their families.
Requirements
- PhD in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited program.
- Completion of an APA- or CPA-accredited clinical internship.
- Active, unrestricted psychology license in Utah or another state where Possibilities ABA practices, or ability to obtain licensure in the requested state before the start date.
- Proven competence in psychological evaluations, including clinical interviewing, autism-specific assessment (including ADOS-2 and related measures), and other standard assessment tools.
- Experience providing clinical services to children and adolescents; assessment experience preferred.
- Experience providing clinical services via telehealth.
- Excellent time-management skills and written communication skills for psychological assessment reports.
- Openness to consultation from senior psychologist colleagues and flexibility in learning new assessment approaches.
- Fluent keyboarding and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with autism-specific tele-assessments such as BOSA or TELE-ASD-PEDS.
- Extensive prior training administering, scoring, and interpreting ADOS-2 with children.
- Ability and willingness to travel to a site for in-person assessments.
- Passion for working with neurodiverse individuals and their families.
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team, with a commitment to collaborative practice, clear communication, and clinical excellence.
Responsibilities
- Conduct autism-specific psychological evaluations via secure telehealth platforms, including developmental history interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized assessment procedures.
- Complete parent developmental and clinical interviews.
- Administer, score, and interpret autism-specific assessment tools appropriate for telehealth, such as BOSA, TELE-ASD-PEDS, and remote rating scales.
- Review and integrate test data from parent interviews, rating scales, school reports, medical records, and direct observation.
- Formulate differential diagnoses related to autism spectrum disorder and co-occurring conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, and developmental delays.
- Prepare diagnostic formulations consistent with DSM-5-TR criteria.
- Write brief psychological evaluation reports summarizing findings, diagnostic conclusions, and individualized recommendations.
- Provide verbal feedback to families about evaluation findings and recommendations.
- Collaborate with psychologists to improve skills and assessment processes, including participating in CE trainings, sharing report templates, and engaging in professional consultation.
- Perform other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change with or without notice.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Employee recognition and rewards programs
- Medical insurance contributions
- Voluntary dental insurance
- Voluntary vision insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Voluntary life insurance and AD&D
- Accident insurance
- Pet insurance
- Discounted mobile phone plans
- Relocation stipend of $5,000–$10,000 for qualified candidates relocating for the role
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
