Autism Services, Assessment Psychologist

Job Description: Job Title: Psychologist   Location: Springfield, Missouri   Department: Autism   Employment Type: Full-Time   Job Summary:   Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Psychologist , where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, and groups. You will utilize your expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, helping clients improve their overall well-being and quality of life. We are looking for a dedicated professional who is passionate about mental health, possesses strong communication skills, and is committed to providing exceptional care. Your role will involve employing various techniques such as counseling, psychotherapy, and psychological testing to address clients' psychological concerns.    The Psychologist position in Burrell’s Autism Department offers an exciting opportunity to provide a variety of services, depending on scope of training and clinical competence. Treatment modalities may include providing comprehensive Autism Evaluations with a multi-disciplinary diagnostic team and/or individual, group, and family counseling services. As a licensed Psychologist, you will collaborate closely with internal departments to ensure authorized services are approved and that adequate information is provided within specified time frames . Our dynamic team is committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, and we are looking for a dedicated professional like you to join us.   The Psychologist position offers:   Competitive Salary -  A salary range of $93,273-$98,273 per year, plus up to $12,000 in annual incentives.   Sign-On Bonus - A $5,000 sign-on bonus for new hires.    Retention Bonus - A $5,000 retention bonus after one year of employment.    Clinical Supervision Compensation -  $7,800 per year for clinical/licensure supervision per PLP or $2,600 per year for intern supervised.   Relocation Allowance:  A relocation allowance for the right candidate (amount negotiable based on distance and circumstances).   Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel   Work-Life Balance:  No on-call duties, Monday to Friday schedule with potential for flexible hours.   Paid Time Off: 29 days per year, including vacation and holiday pay.   Loan Forgiveness - This position qualifies as a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site, offering loan forgiveness options.    All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more.    Telemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, and dermatology visits.    Retirement Match - A generous 401(k) matching program to help you save for retirement.    Brightli Pharmacy - Discounted prescriptions, mobile refill options, otc medications at cost, & free delivery in Springfield (Burrell Employees).   Be Well Initiatives - Access to virtual and live experiences focused on emotional health and well-being, led by experts in brain science. Enhance self-care, mindfulness, connection, and hope through engaging and informative sessions.    Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance , and financial consultation for you and your household at no cost.    Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition   Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee well-being, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement.    Employer Response Time - We typically respond to applications within one business day.    Key Responsibilities:   Lead a multidisciplinary team conducting comprehensive Autism Evaluations. May also provide individual, group, family, and/or other practical counseling in a variety of settings to meet the needs of the client/patient and their treatment goals.   Complete intake/screening and/or comprehensive assessment processes within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.   Determine and document diagnoses based on comprehensive assessments and/or psychological evaluation results.   Develop individual treatment plans and/or treatment recommendations based on psychological evaluation results for clients/patients in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessments.   Participate in clinical staffing and treatment meetings, providing feedback on cases.    Collaborate with internal departments to ensure authorized services are approved.    Document all services provided in compliance with regulatory standards.    Assist clients through the transition process and complete necessary correspondence.    Represent the agency professionally within the community.    Handle crisis situations and coordinate emergency services as needed.    Facilitate group counseling, education, and specialty services such as trauma therapy.    Provide training and guidance on clinical issues and evidence -based practices.    Experience and Education Qualifications:   Must possess a doctoral degree in Psychology or a related field.   Licensed Psychologist (LP) or Provisional Licensed Psychologist (PLP) in the state of Missouri.   If working as a Neuropsychologist, must have recognition by regulatory authorities.    Comfortable providing telehealth services, as needed.   Additional Qualifications:    Successful completion of background checks including criminal record and driving record.    Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.    First Aid and CPR certification within three months of employment.    Completion of mandatory training and