Psychologist - Mind Health

Company: Cook Children's Health Care System
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Location:Medical Center - Fort WorthDepartment:MIND PsychologyShift:Standard Weekly Hours:40Summary:The psychologist in the Jane and John Justin Institute for Mind Health at Cook Childrens will work collaboratively with department team(s) to provide care for pediatric patients and their families cared for within the Institute. This will include assessment, counseling, intervention and treatment of pediatric patients with a range of both typical and atypical development and behavioral management of those conditions. The position may also administer, score, and interpret testing with the same patient populations. In addition, this position will be involved in the development of Institute clinical protocols to ensure psychosocial aspects are addressed for the overall improvement of the patients care and experience. This position may also conduct relevant clinical research activities such as grant writing, research program development, study design and statistical analysis within the Institute department(s), including cognitive/psychological testing required under clinical trial protocols. Experience with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, adjustment to chronic illness, and trauma-informed care is preferred. Understanding of the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred. May be assigned to work with specialty populations or across several clinic locations.Education & ExperiencePhD or PsyD in Psychology with specialized training in pediatric psychologyExpertise in the psychosocial aspects of disorders of the nervous system including mental, behavioral, developmental, and neurological disorders is preferred.Specialized training in pediatric health psychology and behavioral medicine preferred.Licensure, Registration, and/or CertificationMust receive licensure to practice in the state of Texas: Licensed Psychologist, Provisionally Licensed Psychologist within 90 days of hire.Current certification in Basic Life Support required.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.by Jobble

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