Child Psychologist

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Seeking a Child Psychologist to provide therapy and diagnostic testing to children, and behavioral consulting to their families. Our therapy methods include play therapy, trauma-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and collaborative problem solving. This role provides psychology and psychiatry services for families whose children and adolescents, ages 2 to 18, are experiencing behavioral, neurodevelopmental, and emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders. The Psychologist must possess knowledge and understanding of normal pediatric/adolescent growth and brain development, and have experience with pediatric/adolescent mental health diagnoses and a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests. Understanding the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred.

Required Education & Experience:

• PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited institution.

• Education and training in child growth and development.

• Experience providing therapy to children with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, complex psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions, and trauma-informed care is preferred.

• Experience working with children and families and using a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests.

• Prior experience or postdoc experience in a pediatric setting is preferred.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to learn, grow, and develop outstanding leadership skills.

• Must demonstrate a commitment to high standards of patient care and maintain a positive experience for all children and families.

Required Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification:

• Licensed Psychologist in the state of Texas, or the ability to obtain. (will consider Provisional License if close to licensure).

• American Heart Association CPR must be obtained prior to start.

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About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.