Clinical Psychologist-Director, Intensive Services, Neurodevelopmental Unit
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JOB DETAILS:
Children's Specialty Group and Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters (CHKD), located in highly desirable coastal Virginia, seek a licensed clinical psychologist to serve as Clinical Director of Intensive Services - Neurodevelopmental Unit (NDU). The new leader will combine clinical activities and leadership, providing a full range of direct and indirect care services in an innovative, interdisciplinary setting. Direct psychological services include evidence-based assessment and treatment of children and families. Indirect patient care includes program development and evaluation; oversight of NDU treatment program delivery by milieu/behavioral therapists; collaboration with nursing, psychiatry, pediatrics, and other specialties as appropriate; and clinical supervision and oversight.
Qualifications
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, either a PsyD or PhD from an APA/CPA accredited program
Successful completion of an APA/CPA accredited pre-doctoral internship
Previous clinical experience in pediatric/clinical child and adolescent psychology treating youth with neurodevelopmental disorders
Experience with service delivery in inpatient or residential treatment settings preferred
Experience providing clinical supervision to mental health providers
Opportunity Highlights
Next step in your career - Clinical psychologist neurodevelopmental leadership opportunity
Partner with lead psychiatrist in developing a neurodevelopmental unit with influence and development of the greater continuum of care for Neurodev populations
Bring innovative ideas and experiences to help build the neurodevelopmental psychology program with an interdisciplinary team approach
Excellent work-life balance - Monday to Friday schedule
Work at the brand new CHKD Mental Health Hospital on the same campus as CHKD Children's Hospital
Faculty appointment at Eastern Virginia Medical School for qualified individuals
Potential to conduct research
Exceptional quality of life – #9 Best City for US Doctors (The Darwinian Doctor 2021)
Community Information – Live in Norfolk, Virginia
Vibrant downtown energy and warm historic neighborhood charm?underscore?why Norfolk, Virginia,?was named "America's Favorite City" (Travel + Leisure 2017).?Miles of shoreline, including Virginia Beach, make Norfolk an outside lover's paradise.
Beautiful Hampton Roads area and a 20-minute drive to Virginia Beach
Rated No. 3 on the index of Emerging Creative Hubs in the US (WeTransfer's 2022)
No. 9 Best City for US doctors (The Darwinian Doctor 2021)
Affordable housing, including Colonial-inspired townhomes, waterfront condos, and downtown lofts
Nearby historic district (Ghent) walkable from the medical center, with many amenities
A lower cost of living than the national average
Virginia is a 2022 Best Place to Practice (Medscape)
Outstanding educational options, including local colleges and universities, as well as our health system's continuing ed opportunities, from Grand Rounds to evidence-based training
Enjoy a biking/pedestrian culture and a plethora of outdoor activities afforded by 144 miles of shoreline
Indulge in a world-class culinary scene starring fresh seafood, Spanish tapas, and Southern-fried chicken and biscuits
Explore countless recreational options, including golf, local wineries and breweries, museums, zoos, gardens, and performing arts venues
Easy access to Washington, DC, and the Shenandoah/Blue Ridge Mountains
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FACILITY:
Academic
- Location:
- Norfolk