Director of Neuropsychology
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Responsibilities
Texas NeuroRehab Center is a specialized treatment facility located ten minutes from downtown Austin on 67 wooded acres. We have served the Austin community for over 80-years and are proud of our history and tenured leadership team.
Today, Texas NeuroRehab Center provides complex medical and brain injury rehab for ages 13 years and older and neurobehavioral residential treatment services for children and adolescents. The capabilities of the facility as a whole allow for integrated and specialized care for children, adolescents and adults facing difficult challenges.
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Texas NeuroRehab Center is currently accepting applicants for a Director of Neuropsychology . The Director of Neuropsychology will provide comprehensive neuropsychological services to patients and their families across multiple treatment settings. The Director of Neuropsychology is responsible for administering and supervising the Neuropsychology Department's clinical assessment and intervention services, ensuring quality care delivery throughout the facility. This role ensures compliance with regulations for neuropsychological services and provides training and support for the Clinical Services department. Serves as support to senior management and liaison with other departments, as necessary.
Patient Populations Served
Adult Neurological Conditions
Patients present across long-term acute care (LTAC), inpatient rehabilitation (IPR), and post-acute brain injury (PABI) residential settings with conditions including:
Traumatic Brain Injury: Severe TBI, focal and diffuse brain injuries, diffuse axonal injury (DAI)
Cerebrovascular Disorders: Stroke and related vascular conditions
Neurodegenerative Disorders: Progressive neurological conditions affecting cognition and behavior
Acute Neurological Conditions: Encephalopathies and delirium
Complex Medical Conditions: Polytrauma and spinal cord injury
Behavioral Health Conditions: Self-inflicted injuries, substance use disorders, and functional neurological disorders
Child and Adolescent Population (Ages 8-17)
Nationwide referrals to residential treatment setting with complex presentations including:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, genetic syndromes
Psychiatric Conditions: Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD
Behavioral Disorders: Conduct problems, behavioral non-compliance, impulse control disorders
Trauma-Related Conditions: Histories of physical, sexual, and neglect abuse with associated behavioral and emotional sequelae
Neurobehavioral Conditions: ADHD, executive dysfunction, behavioral dysregulation
Key Responsibilities
Neuropsychological Assessment
Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations within the context of inpatient adult neurorehabilitation across LTAC, IPR, and PABI settings
Conduct assessments with child and adolescent populations (ages 8-17) presenting with complex neurodevelopmental, emotional, and behavioral issues within residential treatment settings
Oversee assessments conducted both directly and under supervision via psychometrists and trainees
Ensure quality and compliance of all psychological testing and evaluation procedures
Consultation-Liaison Services
Provide neuropsychological differential diagnosis for cognitive, emotional, and behavioral difficulties across patient populations
Conduct assessments of patient competence and decision-making capacity from a neuropsychological perspective
Develop individualized neuropsychologically-informed behavior plans for both child/adolescent and adult patients
Provide school consultation services with on-site charter school programs regarding cognitive and academic implications
Collaborate with medical teams on complex cases requiring neuropsychological input
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Participate in treatment staffing and rounding with medical staff, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, case management, teachers, and direct care staff
Serve as neuropsychology liaison across all treatment teams
Contribute neuropsychological expertise to comprehensive treatment planning
Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning from neuropsychological perspective
Direct Intervention Services
Provide direct individual and group interventions to address neuropsychological sequelae including adjustment to cognitive changes, mood disturbance, and behavioral issues
Deliver evidence-based neuropsychologically-informed treatments including supportive psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral treatment, mindfulness-based interventions, and psychoeducation to patients and families
Implement specialized cognitive rehabilitation and behavioral interventions appropriate for complex trauma histories and neurobehavioral conditions
Staff Training and Development
Provide training to direct care staff in neuropsychologically-informed best practices for behavioral management with adult TBI populations
Train staff in evidence-based approaches for managing neurobehavioral presentations in child and adolescent populations, particularly those with trauma histories
Develop and implement neuropsychology-related policies and procedures
Ensure neuropsychology staff maintain current competencies and certifications
Clinical Education and Supervision
Provide training and supervision of doctoral students in neuropsychology
Contribute to the clinical training mission of the facility
Administrative Leadership
Oversee all Neuropsychology Department operations and staff
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for neuropsychological services
Manage department budget and resources
Coordinate with facility administration on neuropsychology-related matters
Maintain current knowledge of best practices in clinical neuropsychology and rehabilitation neuropsychology
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Benefits for a Director of Neuropsychology include:
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Qualifications
The following are the job requirements for the Director of Neuropsychology position.
Required Education and Licensure
Education: . or . in Psychology with specialization in Clinical Neuropsychology
Licensure: Licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) to practice Psychology
Required Experience
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in clinical neuropsychology with populations similar to those served by this facility's programs
Experience with both adult neurological populations and pediatric neuropsychological assessment
Demonstrated expertise in neuropsychological assessment and neuropsychologically-informed intervention
Experience in multidisciplinary rehabilitation team settings
Previous supervisory or leadership experience in neuropsychology preferred
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Extensive knowledge of brain-behavior relationships, neuropsychological assessment, and neurological conditions
Experience with complex trauma presentations and their neuropsychological sequelae
Knowledge of rehabilitation neuropsychology across different levels of care (LTAC, IPR, residential)
Familiarity with evidence-based neuropsychological interventions including cognitive rehabilitation, CBT, mindfulness, and psychoeducation
Understanding of special education and school consultation processes from a neuropsychological perspective
Training and supervision experience with graduate students in neuropsychology
Physical and General Requirements
Able to lift 25 pounds with occasional lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
Able to use a computer and/or write for extended periods of time
Hearing, vision, and emotional stability sufficient to perform essential job functions and deal with changing priorities
Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Able to physically restrain patients by individual or team restraint per facility policy when necessary
Regular and expected attendance
Flexibility to work with diverse patient populations across age ranges and acuity levels
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