Psychologist - Media, PA

POSITION SUMMARY: 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 (ADOS-2) assessment in person with the child, utilizing appropriate Module and standardized administration procedures as per ADOS manual; score the ADOS-2 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 DSM-5, Vanderbilt Assessment Scales, Disruptive Behavior Disorder Rating Scale, GAD-7, 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, ADOS-2 and other assessments, observations, etc., to review with the family and discuss recommendations for treatment
• When possible, provide the family with next-steps 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 agency-trained 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 ADOS-2 Modules 1-4
• Demonstrated strong ability to complete comprehensive clinical interview, with focus on obtaining necessary information to make/rule-out 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, well-written 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 fast-paced 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 agency-trained protocols
• Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• 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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.

Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.