Clinical Child Psychologist â Autism and Comorbid Conditions
Clinical Child Psychologist â Autism and Comorbid Conditions
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Clinical Child Psychologist Autism and Comorbid Conditions
Emory University Department of Pediatrics and Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta are seeking a Clinical Psychologist. Childrens Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated team members who are eager to join this mission.
We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in treating anxiety and depression in children with autism spectrum disorders. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience. Candidates should have experience with use of cognitive behavioral therapy with autistic populations.
The psychologist will work within the Childrens general outpatient clinic providing therapy for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. Individual and group therapy will focus on treating anxiety and depression as well as strengthening social skills. The psychologist will participate in program development and conduct autism assessments.
Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs) and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient. Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees.
This is a full-time position with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Childrens strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
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Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone: (V) (TDD).
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at (V) (TDD). Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
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