Pediatric Clinical Psychologist
This is a unique opportunity for a Pediatric Clinical Psychologist who is licensed or license eligible to conduct assessments, offer recommendations for services, and provide treatments as appropriate to children and young adults.
ChildServe is a physician-led CARF-accredited pediatric specialty healthcare organization that cares for nearly 4,500 children each year. We treat children with developmental disabilities, including those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, behavioral problems, autism, Down syndrome, and other diagnoses.
Join ChildServe’s multidisciplinary team of experts including pediatric psychology, mental health therapists, nurse practitioners, PT, OT, SLP, and Iowa’s only board certified pediatric physiatrist.
Where You'll Be
Des Moines is an award winning community that offers world class education, commute times averaging 20 minutes or less, welcoming suburbs, and a vibrant downtown with unique and eclectic restaurants and shops. Plus many one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
- Sculpture Park, featuring works of 22 of the world’s most celebrated artists
- #2 Top Farmer’s Market in America with over 300 vendors
- Festivals and outdoor concerts
- Diverse theater scene
- Local breweries producing award winning craft beers
What You’ll Do
- Appropriately select psychologically based instruments to use in assessments and administer, score and interpret assessments accurately.
- Communicate assessment results with child, family, and other appropriate parties maintaining the dignity and respect of the child and the family.
- Develop recommendations consistent with assessment findings, child goals, family goals, and team consensus.
- Devise and implement appropriate treatment programs, including therapy, counseling or advice, in collaboration with colleagues.
- Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment.
What You’ll Need
- Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology is required.
- State of Iowa Psychology license or eligible for Provisional Psychology License (Post-Doctoral applicants accepted).
- Experience working with developmental and intellectual disabilities preferred.
- Experience working with people affected by autism spectrum disorders also preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
- Must be able to independently lift, transfer, or move a minimum of 50 pounds.
Who We Are
At ChildServe, no position is ever “just a job.” When you join our team, you’ll leave work every day knowing that you’ve made a positive difference for children with special healthcare needs and their families.
We serve nearly 4,500 children each year through our wide range of specialty pediatric healthcare programs and services in the Ames, Des Moines and Iowa City areas. We hire many positions, from expert caregivers, medical professionals, administrative staff (and everything in between). Each team member plays an important role in fulfilling our mission: We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
ChildServe has been a Top Workplace in Iowa for six years running, thanks to our passionate team and our commitment to outstanding care. If you’re ready to help families move Forward Together with support from ChildServe, apply today.