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The Baker Center for Children and Families

Neuropsychologist

The Baker Center for Children and Families, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254

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Neuropsychologist Location

Hybrid with onsite in Waltham Position Type

Full-Time Summary Of Position

Reporting to the Director of Assessment Services, the Neuropsychologist provides high quality neuropsychological and psychological testing to a culturally diverse population of children and young adults ages 2-22. The Neuropsychologist works in collaboration with a highly trained team of evidence-based practice clinicians to empower neurodiverse children and adolescents and their families to understand the child’s cognitive, social emotional, and academic profile. The Neuropsychologist provides high fidelity cognitive, educational, developmental, psychological, and neuropsychological evaluation and testing services to children ages 2-22 presenting with a range of neurodevelopmental difficulties. These may include ADHD, disruptive behaviors, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities/dyslexia, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, as well as medical and neurological conditions (e.g., epilepsy, concussion/mTBI, etc), and other challenges. We are actively developing an ambitious, multidisciplinary pediatric neuropsychology program and are seeking a motivated, collegial, and compassionate pediatric neuropsychologist who is excited to work collaboratively with the Director in continuing to develop the assessment service and expand the training program. This position is open to early and mid-career candidates with experience conducting neuropsychological/neurodevelopmental assessments. What’s in it for me?

Flexible work environment with partial remote options. Competitive compensation and potential bonus structure. All necessary materials to provide services. Opportunity to supervise practicum students, interns, or postdoctoral fellows. Work with a team of dedicated professionals to collaborate and seek supervision, mentoring or support. Essential Duties

Conduct approximately 8-10 comprehensive assessments per month, with bonus opportunities for completing additional evaluations. Clearly and empathically communicate assessment findings to family members, clients, and referral sources. Complete all reports and clinical documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with American Psychological Association professional standards and in compliance with current policies. Attend required meetings and adhere to department policies and procedures. Provide training and/or education about cognitive, educational, developmental, psychological, and neuropsychological evaluation to parents, other laypersons, providers, policymakers or others as assigned or needed. Qualifications

Education

Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Massachusetts in good standing or eligibility for licensure in Massachusetts required. Graduate of APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical or School Psychology. Completion of APA-accredited internship. Specialty training in neuropsychology (consistent with Houston/Minnesota Conference guidelines), including a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology. Board Certification in Neuropsychology is preferred; board certification eligible applicants are also encouraged to apply. Experience

Open to early and mid-career candidates with experience conducting neuropsychological/neurodevelopmental assessments. Experience conducting early childhood, cognitive, educational, developmental, and neuropsychological testing. Training

Computer proficiency, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, and experience working with electronic medical/health records (EMR/EHR). Experience or familiarity with evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, MATCH, TF-CBT, PCIT, ERP and SPACE Treatment) is beneficial. Application Requirements

Upload a cover letter and recent CV to the application. Upload two de-identified assessment reports (e.g., psychodiagnostics report, neuropsychological report). Logistics

License/Certification: PhD or PsyD with MA license or MA license eligibility. Salary: $100,000-$110,000. Open Date: Open Until Filled. Benefits

We offer Medical (Blue Cross/Blue Shield), Dental and Vision options; 50% discount on monthly MBTA passes, immediate enrollment into retirement, with company contribution (4%) and match up to (4%) after 2 years of employment. We offer opportunities to get involved in various department/organization improvement committees and activities. For a full list of benefits please visit our website at bakercenter.org/benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

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