Staff Psychologist

FLSA: Full Time Exempt

Core Values  

· Dedicated-We are devoted, dedicated and always willing to pitch in.  

· Passionate-We are passionate about what we do  

· Accountable-We do what we say.  

· Can Do Attitude- We have a "Can Do" attitude.  

· Respectful- We always treat co-workers, donors and children and families with respect,
 courtesy and patience. 

Responsibilities:

• Participate as part of a team of psychologists in completing comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, including administering parent interviews, developmental/cognitive testing, academic testing, adaptive behavior assessment, and the ADOS-2.
• Provide training and supervision to psychological practicum trainees, who are graduate students enrolled in doctoral psychology programs in the region.
• Use positive engagement and behavioral strategies to conduct testing with young children with significant behavioral difficulties and developmental delays.
• Attend all required training to enhance skills and meet Agency guidelines and as required by the State of MI, COA, and other agencies governing the operation of the Agency.
• Participate in required supervision, agency meetings and other specialized meetings based upon this position.
• Support the values of the family, The Children’s Center Mission and the commitment to the ongoing safety and family stability.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of experience in writing integrated psychological evaluation reports, including test interpretation, clinical formulation, and recommendations.
• Experience with children diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) required; preference for candidates with previous ADOS-2 training and experience, but training can be provided.
• Must have a license (LP or LLP-D) in the state of Michigan for the coordinating degree and maintain licensure throughout employment. Meet and maintain eligibility criteria as a Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) as outlined in the MDHHS Qualification Guidelines.
• Experience with assessment and/or therapy with children under 6 strongly preferred.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication, basic computer skill related to windows navigation, and Microsoft Office and general office equipment.
• Minimum of one year of psychological testing experience with children, including full test administration, scoring, and interpretation of standardized cognitive ability tests such as the WISC-V.
• Must provide clearance that there is no record and/or convictions as a perpetrator of child abuse/and or neglect on the State of MI Child Abuse/Neglect Central Registry.
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and a clear driving record.
• Clinical experience required with children and youth with developmental/intellectual disabilities and/or behavioral and emotional disorders.

Education:

Doctoral degree in clinical or school/educational psychology.

 Benefits:

 We have a Robust Health Care and Benefit Package including:    

1. Medical  
2. Vision and Dental Plan sponsored 100% by The Children’s Center 
3. Matching 3% 403(b) retirement plan after one year, fully vested after two years of employment  
4. 160 hours of paid time off your first year, 200 hours your 2^nd year, up to 280 hours  
5. 11 Paid Holidays
6. Life Insurance  
7. Long Term Disability sponsored 100% by The Children’s Center 
8. Longevity Pay   
9. Health Savings Account  
10. Dependent Care Account 
11. Tuition reimbursement  
12. Employee Assistance
    Voluntary Benefits 

1. Critical Illness 
2. Accident 
3. Voluntary Life, voluntary spouse and dependent life 
4.  Pet Insurance 
5.  Legal Shield (prepaid legal services) 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.