Psychologist - Media, United States - Elwyn

Elwyn

Verified Company

Media, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

***: Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations, including diagnostic assessments such as the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), refer to the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) to determine mental health diagnoses, provide psychoeducation to the client and families regarding diagnosis, and make appropriate behavioral and educational recommendations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review all prior documentation including but not limited to evaluation reports (ER), individualized education plans (IEPs), prior diagnostic evaluations, etc., provided by referral source and contact the child's family, school, and medical provider to complete a comprehensive clinical interview and symptom history, to confirm an autism diagnosis, and make treatment recommendations for services
Complete Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS2) assessment in person with the child, utilizing appropriate Module and standardized administration procedures as per ADOS manual; score the ADOS2 and any other assessment tools utilized according to standardized scoring rules/procedure to confirm the autism diagnosis
Administer any additional assessment tools/measures desired, including but not limited t Conner's Rating Scale, Child PTSD Symptom Scale for DSM5, Vanderbilt Assessment Scales, Disruptive Behavior Disorder Rating Scale, GAD7, etc. to further clarify the diagnostic picture and to determine treatment recommendations
Produce a comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation containing all of the above information, e.g., clinical interviews, historical information, ADOS2 and other assessments, observations, etc., to review with the family and discuss recommendations for treatment
When possible, provide the family with nextsteps information (possibly including Written Order or other documentation to pursue recommended services) around diagnosis and recommendations that have been made to ensure family receives psychoeducation around diagnosis and child is referred to other mental health services to address areas of concern for comprehensive treatment
Consult/educate the program team (e.g., Early Learning Services (ELS), Children's Behavioral Health, Davidson) regarding evaluation findings and recommendations for other professionals/agencies (e.g., Center for Autism, SPIN, a Life of Possibilities, etc.) who can work with the child, as needed, as part of a comprehensive treatment plan to ensure continuity of care and clinical best practice
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and safety care intervention using agencytrained protocols
Perform other duties as assigned

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Senior Director, Children's Behavioral Health

DIRECT REPORTS:
None

CONTACTS:
Client/child, their families, Elwyn staff, other providers as necessary

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

Child Clinical Psychologist licensed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Training/experience in administration of ADOS2 Modules 1
Demonstrated strong ability to complete comprehensive clinical interview, with focus on obtaining necessary information to make/ruleout a behavioral health diagnosis, as well as to provide any additional indicated diagnoses
Basic knowledge of services/supports available through Early Learning Services, Children's Behavioral Health/Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS), and other service lines as relates to this population, for purposes of making effective recommendations
Ability to produce a clear, wellwritten final product evaluation report in a timely manner
Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills, including ability to maintain own scheduling with families
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
Must possess excellent client interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities
Demonstrated strong attention to detail
Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision
Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions
Must be able to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and safety care intervention using agencytrained protocols
Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred
Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record
Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an allinclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract._

**Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Em