Job Description
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Psychological Services
- Participate in planning, assessing and providing appropriate psychological services
- Provide comprehensive psychological assessments to determine diagnoses and need for therapeutic services
- Provide excellent documentation and parent reporting services to families
- Plan, implement, and revise appropriate therapeutic plans for children and families
- Provide services directly to children and families or as a consultant to other service providers
- Document all services, activities, and consultations within areas of training and expertise
- Collaborate with psychologists on staff
Service Coordination
Collaborate with families in a non-judgmental, healthy, helping relationshipPartner with the Family Education and Support team to ensure families receive the help that they need at TWC and via community resourcesBe an agent for problem solvingCollaborate with other service providersEnsure efficient and timely transition to other services as neededTransdisciplinary
Joint program planningMutual supportActive agency participation and involvementShare self and knowledge with team membersSupervise student interns or volunteers as appropriateProfessional Development
Demonstrate professional conduct and ethical practice at all timesParticipate in continuing education and interagency exchangeServe as a resource for agency and community opportunitiesEndorse The Warren Center philosophy of service delivery, policies, and proceduresEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
Required – Minimum of a Doctoral Degree from an accredited college or university in the field of psychologyLicensure / Certification / Registration
Required – Psychologist License or in process of applying for such licensure as required by state board or committee (must be licensed in the State of Texas at time of start)Experience
Required – Employment or practicum experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and / or their familiesADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SKILLS, TRAITS AND KNOWLEDGE
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each qualification satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with children, families, team members, physicians, and professionals in related fieldsOrganizational skills and ability to meet the paperwork demands of a large caseloadProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite : including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and TeamAbility to appropriately observe professional boundaries with clientsAbility to apply knowledge of child development in practiceAbility to work a flexible schedule including some night visits.Skills in conflict management, negotiation, and resolution, teamwork skills, ability to work amid distractions.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite : including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and TeamAbility to read, write, and perform simple mathAbility to create methodologies and strategies to accomplish goalsAbility to analyze and synthesize data, develop plans, strategies, and outcomes based on data analysisENVIRONMENT
The physical requirements and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Moderate to heavy physical exertion, including pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 poundsKneeling, stooping, and sitting on floor, rising from sitting, walking, and standingFinger dexterityGood visionWork is performed in an office shared by several people, therapeutic playroom, child-care setting or client homeThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderateEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Warren Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we believe in an inclusive culture for all. The Warren Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
