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Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join multi-disciplinary teams in providing comprehensive psychological services to children, adolescents, and young adults up to age 18. The position involves conducting clinical interviews, administering standardized psychological tests, interpreting results, and developing detailed evaluation reports to guide treatment planning and intervention.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to provide comprehensive psychological services.
- Conduct clinical interviews and administer standardized psychological tests.
- Interpret test results and develop detailed evaluation reports for treatment planning and intervention.
- Gather and review previous assessments to determine additional or remaining assessment needs.
- Provide consultations and support to Connections and CAYAC staff, community partners, and primary care physicians.
- Collaborate with referring physicians, school liaisons, behavioral health providers, care coordinators, and other members of the CAYAC Team.
- Work closely with families and others to monitor and promote the mental, social, and emotional health of program participants aged 0-18 years old (K-12).
Qualifications
- Doctorate Degree (Ph.D., Psy.D or Ed.D.) in Psychology, Clinical Counseling, or School Psychology.
- Licensed psychologist in the state of Colorado.
- A minimum of two years of experience as a clinical psychologist including conducting psychological assessments, administering diagnostic tests to children, adolescents and young adults and interpreting results to patients, families, and treatment team members (can include practice and internships).
- Advanced knowledge and expert skills in psychological assessment and diagnosis of children, adolescents, and young adults (up to age 18) and using DSM 5 criteria.
- Knowledge of ASAM placement criteria for substance use disorder treatment.
- Knowledge and experience in evaluating youth for autism spectrum disorders, cognitive disabilities, ADHD, trauma, and mood disorders.
- Understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), twice exceptional presentation (2e), and special education services including IEP, BIP, and 504 plans.
- Skills in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and young adults.
- Sensitivity, compassion, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead and inspire others.
- Doctorate Degree (Ph.D., Psy.D or Ed.D.) in Psychology, Clinical Counseling, or School Psychology.
- Licensed psychologist in the state of Colorado.
- A minimum of two years of experience as a clinical psychologist including conducting psychological assessments, administering diagnostic tests to children, adolescents and young adults and interpreting results to patients, families, and treatment team members (can include practice and internships).
- Advanced knowledge and expert skills in psychological assessment and diagnosis of children, adolescents, and young adults (up to age 18) and using DSM 5 criteria.
- Knowledge of ASAM placement criteria for substance use disorder treatment.
- Knowledge and experience in evaluating youth for autism spectrum disorders, cognitive disabilities, ADHD, trauma, and mood disorders.
- Understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), twice exceptional presentation (2e), and special education services including IEP, BIP, and 504 plans.
- Skills in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and young adults.
- Sensitivity, compassion, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead and inspire others.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
