Child psychologist job description
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Example child psychologist requirements on a job description
Child psychologist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in child psychologist job postings.
Sample child psychologist requirements
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Psychology or related field
- Licensure as a Psychologist in the state of practice
- Experience working with children and adolescents
- Ability to diagnose and treat various mental health disorders
- Knowledge of developmental psychology and child behavior
Sample required child psychologist soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Empathy and patience with children and families
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Child psychologist job description example 1
The Medicus Firm child psychologist job description
Outstanding Academic opportunity to join the faculty at the state's largest and oldest University at one of the Top 5 Public Universities in the nation and University in Florida! The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida is one of the largest multifaceted programs, centered within a major academic health center. They are seeking a child psychiatrist with demonstrated potential for developing a strong Pediatric Psychiatry Consultation Liaison Service to help grow the service line within UF Shands Children's Hospital and strong collaborative ties across pediatric medical and psychiatric services.
You can look forward to:
- Income potential up to $280,000 including sign on and relocation packages.
- Comprehensive academic benefits including employer paid medical, supplement & life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Work/Life balance: only 8 Call days yr and 43 days PTO
- Eligible for Paid Family Leave on first day of employment!
- Extensive opportunities for teaching, research and program development
- Prominent Psychiatric Department with 45 residents and 8 Child Psychiatry Fellows
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- No State Income Tax!
Gainesville is ranked "One of the Top 50 Cities to Live in the Nation and Top ranked city in Florida" by and offers big-city attractions with a small-town feel.
• "Top 10 College Town", "Best Place to Live", and "Best Place to Retire" accolades with a world-class research institution, outstanding academic programs, and competitive Division 1 Athletics
• Cost of living in Gainesville is 10% lower than the national average with no state income taxes!
• Offers 30+ miles of biking and hiking trails and 1.5 hours away from some of Florida's best beaches!
• An array of theatres, museums, sporting events, restaurants, and cultural events
• Under two hours away from Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville FL!
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Child psychologist job description example 2
Children's Minnesota child psychologist job description
Because of continued demand, we are adding a full time Outpatient Child Psychologist in St. Paul.
Primary role focused on providing outpatient therapy to hospital and clinic referred patients. Patients are referred from Primary Care as well as a number of specialty clinics (e.g., Feeding, Diabetes, Concussion, Genetics, Cardiac, Neurodevelopmental Services).
The position will also entail a role in inpatient consultation and liaison. Common referral concerns are depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior problems, adjustment to chronic illnesses or complex medical conditions, medical treatment non-adherence, anxieties related to procedures or ongoing cares, and psychosocial pain management.
The ideal candidate would also be interested in providing supervision in our postdoctoral fellowship.
The Psychological Services department provides services on both the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses. Specific services include individual and family therapy, psychological assessment, neuropsychological assessment, and inpatient consultation and liaison. We also have pediatric psychologists embedded in a number of specialty clinics. Annually, we care for over 2,200 children with a primary reason for a visit related mental health concern in our two emergency departments, and complete 23,000 outpatient visits in our behavioral health clinics.
* Licensed or licensed eligible psychologist in Minnesota.
* Doctorate in psychology from an APA-accredited graduate program.
* Clinical internship from an APA-accredited program.
* Completion of post-doctoral fellowship from an APA-accredited program.
About Children's Minnesota
Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital.
Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota requires proof of COVID-19 vaccine, and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunity to vaccine preventable infectious diseases, prior to employment.
Children's Minnesota is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.
Primary role focused on providing outpatient therapy to hospital and clinic referred patients. Patients are referred from Primary Care as well as a number of specialty clinics (e.g., Feeding, Diabetes, Concussion, Genetics, Cardiac, Neurodevelopmental Services).
The position will also entail a role in inpatient consultation and liaison. Common referral concerns are depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior problems, adjustment to chronic illnesses or complex medical conditions, medical treatment non-adherence, anxieties related to procedures or ongoing cares, and psychosocial pain management.
The ideal candidate would also be interested in providing supervision in our postdoctoral fellowship.
The Psychological Services department provides services on both the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses. Specific services include individual and family therapy, psychological assessment, neuropsychological assessment, and inpatient consultation and liaison. We also have pediatric psychologists embedded in a number of specialty clinics. Annually, we care for over 2,200 children with a primary reason for a visit related mental health concern in our two emergency departments, and complete 23,000 outpatient visits in our behavioral health clinics.
* Licensed or licensed eligible psychologist in Minnesota.
* Doctorate in psychology from an APA-accredited graduate program.
* Clinical internship from an APA-accredited program.
* Completion of post-doctoral fellowship from an APA-accredited program.
About Children's Minnesota
Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital.
Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota requires proof of COVID-19 vaccine, and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunity to vaccine preventable infectious diseases, prior to employment.
Children's Minnesota is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.
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Child psychologist job description example 3
Mayo Clinic child psychologist job description
**Why Mayo Clinic**
You are invited to partner with the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023), ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. Practicing at Mayo Clinic provides a rewarding career that promotes excellence in patient-centered care. You can thrive in an environment that supports innovation and has a wealth of resources available to you - including an integrated EMR and collaboration with top specialists - to give your patients the quality of care you want to achieve.
**Position description**
Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, Minnesota is seeking a full-time Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) Clinical Psychologist for pediatrics to join our team at the Eastridge Clinic. The IBH Child Psychologist will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide short-term, evidence based mental health services within the primary care pediatric setting. The IBH Child Psychologist is an integrated part of the care team who sees patients in collaboration with primary care providers. This position will provide psychological intervention, assessment, consultation, and treatment planning with children and their families.
**License or certification**
Must have a doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA-approved training program and internship, will be eligible for licensure in Minnesota. ABPP Board Certification or plans to become ABPP Board Certified within three years of start date is required. Interest and experience in program development and evaluation is preferred.
**Benefits eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Site description**
Mankato is one of the largest cities in southern MN and has earned several livability awards. Mankato's economic growth leads Minnesota and is among the top in the nation. The city has a contiguous population area of 96,740 and 1.6 million people live within 60 miles of Mankato. Greater Mankato is centrally located in south central Minnesota, nestled in the scenic beauty of the Minnesota River Valley, with convenient access to Minneapolis-St. Paul just one hour away.
**Recruiter**
Justin Breckenridge
**EOE**
Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).
Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
You are invited to partner with the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023), ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. Practicing at Mayo Clinic provides a rewarding career that promotes excellence in patient-centered care. You can thrive in an environment that supports innovation and has a wealth of resources available to you - including an integrated EMR and collaboration with top specialists - to give your patients the quality of care you want to achieve.
**Position description**
Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, Minnesota is seeking a full-time Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) Clinical Psychologist for pediatrics to join our team at the Eastridge Clinic. The IBH Child Psychologist will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide short-term, evidence based mental health services within the primary care pediatric setting. The IBH Child Psychologist is an integrated part of the care team who sees patients in collaboration with primary care providers. This position will provide psychological intervention, assessment, consultation, and treatment planning with children and their families.
**License or certification**
Must have a doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA-approved training program and internship, will be eligible for licensure in Minnesota. ABPP Board Certification or plans to become ABPP Board Certified within three years of start date is required. Interest and experience in program development and evaluation is preferred.
**Benefits eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Site description**
Mankato is one of the largest cities in southern MN and has earned several livability awards. Mankato's economic growth leads Minnesota and is among the top in the nation. The city has a contiguous population area of 96,740 and 1.6 million people live within 60 miles of Mankato. Greater Mankato is centrally located in south central Minnesota, nestled in the scenic beauty of the Minnesota River Valley, with convenient access to Minneapolis-St. Paul just one hour away.
**Recruiter**
Justin Breckenridge
**EOE**
Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).
Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024