Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Autism - NYU Langone

PSYCHOLOGY POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP

IN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER | 2021-2022

POSITION

One-year clinical post-doctoral fellowship in the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Program

REPORTS TO

Rebecca Doggett, PhD; Clinical Director, ASD Service

Additional supervisors include ASD Service Faculty

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL EMPLOYEES

All employees will support the organization’s mission and vision by exhibiting the following behaviors: Excellence, Respect, Communication, Integrity, and Teamwork

POSITION SUMMARY

The NYU Langone Health Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, an academic clinical center specializing in treatment of child and adolescent psychiatric disorders, is recruiting for a one-year post-doctoral fellowship in the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Program. This position provides advanced training in assessment and treatment of individuals with ASD, related developmental disorders, and co-occurring disorders from early childhood through adulthood. Thus, familiarity with ASD diagnostic instruments is preferred but not required. Additionally, experience administering standardized developmental, language, and cognitive assessments is preferred. In addition, the fellow will be trained in evidence-based treatment approaches to ASD intervention and behavioral parent training, as well as treatment for comorbid conditions such as depression, anxiety, and OCD. The fellow will serve as a group leader in our PEERS® Program, which offers evidence-based social skills groups for adolescents and young adults. Additionally, there will be opportunities to provide teaching and training to pre-doctoral psychology trainees, as well as opportunities to give talks to local community agencies. The fellowship is designed to begin in Summer 2021.

While the COVID-19 pandemic has brought changes to our clinical and training experiences, most of our offerings have continued virtually throughout the pandemic, such as evaluations, parent, family, and individual sessions, and social skills groups. We will keep applicants apprised of opportunities as circumstances change. Fellows may have the opportunity to be trained in the administration of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule™, Second Edition (ADOS™-2), if requirements for PPE use are relaxed during the fellowship.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Training in diagnostic assessment of ASD and associated psychopathology

Training in conducting diagnostic intake interviews for a range of presenting psychiatric concerns

Training in treatment approaches specific to autism (e.g. RUBI, PEERS®), as well as therapies targeting psychopathology often associated with ASD (e.g., Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavior Therapy)

Developing mastery in writing comprehensive reports and designing treatment plans

Community presentations to audiences of professionals, parents, and/or consumers

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS)

This position requires completion of an APA-approved internship and a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program. The candidate cannot begin their fellowship until a NY State limited permit has been obtained.

NORMAL WORKING HOURS AND CONDITIONS

Occasional overtime as required and approved. Telemedicine will be used for clinical appointments and supervision as needed.

APPLICATION DETAILS AND DEADLINE

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning immediately and ending January 11, 2021. It is strongly recommended that applications are submitted as early as possible. Applicants should submit a cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and a de-identified evaluation report focusing on a case with autism or related developmental disabilities to

csc-psychtraining@nyulangone.org.