What are the responsibilities and job description for the Autism Clinician position at Pennyroyal Center?
Job description
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
(1) Intake, screening, and referrals.
(2) Psychological testing, evaluation, and report writing which includes referrals from families, schools, and Community Based Services.
(3) Individual, family and group therapy for outpatient clients with autism spectrum disorder and any co-occurring mental health or developmental concerns.
(4) Participate in staff conferences.
(5) Work as part of a multi-disciplined team in the Clinic with an emphasis on brief, goal-oriented therapy.
(6) Prepare psychosocial evaluations and individual treatment plans with measurable goals and objectives.
(7) Provide consultation and education in the community and with community agencies including schools and physicians.
(8) Develop and implement a marketing strategy to improve community relations and increase referrals from physicians, schools, and businesses.
(9) Keep all documentation and utilization reviews up to date per the Pennyroyal Center's Policies and Procedures.
(10) Provide timely feedback to all referral sources such as schools, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, family practice physicians, Department of Juvenile Justice, DCBS, Juvenile Court, and others as a marketing strategy and in line with standards of quality care.
(11) Attend required clinical and administrative meetings.
(12) Travel to other clinics may be expected based on the needs of the Center.
(13) Clinician may be required to work an altered schedule and provide clinical services one or two evenings per week.
(14) Other duties as required/assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of Master's degree in psychology from an accredited university and appropriate credentials for practice in Kentucky. No evidence of past malpractice claims or any State Board sanctions. Must pass a legally required Criminal Record Check and a Sexual Offender Registry check. Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and present proof of automobile insurance. Must present proof of a recent (less than 1-year-old) TB skin test.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000
