Autism Psychologist - Maine Behavioral Healthcare
/Psychologist – Center of Excellence in Autism and Developmental Disorders
Maine Behavioral Healthcare
Portland, ME
Full Time
The Center of Excellence in Autism and Developmental Disorders, a division of Maine Behavioral Healthcare, is seeking a Psychologist to focus on assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with co-occurring behavioral and emotional challenges. The position provides outpatient behavioral and psychological treatment for this population, supported by a clinical team of other providers. This is an exciting opportunity for an academically-inclined psychologist to join a growing, nationally-recognized program that includes treatment, research and professional training for this population.
This position is full-time and will join an expert multi-disciplinary team in the care of children, adolescent and adults with developmental disorders and co-occurring behavioral health challenges. Multiple clinical research studies are being performed in our service, producing a rich learning environment, in addition to a bi-weekly DD case conference and access to a multi-level system of care for the population. This position joins a group of 4 psychologists and 9 BCBAs specializing in the population, together serving an exciting and growing specialty program that extends from acute inpatient to partial hospital to day treatment and outpatient clinic.
This position is in the new Glickman Lauder Center of Excellence facility, a 28,000 square foot free-standing center dedicated to the population. Competitive salary and a strong benefits package is available, including paid CEU days and $1,500 CEU allowance. PhD or PsyD and licensed/license eligible in Maine required. Training and experience in behavioral assessment and treatment required. Further information on the Center of Excellence can be found here.
Qualifications:
· Licensure or license eligible as a PhD or PsyD in the State of Maine required.
· Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst OR significant training in the use of ABA principles to assess and treat problem behaviors.
· Must display strong interpersonal, planning, analytical skills, professionalism, and maturity.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills.
For more information or to apply, please visit: https://www.careersatmainehealth.org/jobs/757613-psychologist-adult-clinic-center-of-excellence-in-autism-and-developmental-disorders
Or contact Maggie McGauley, Provider Recruiter, at maggie.mcgauley@mainehealth.org or 207-661-2582.
About Maine Behavioral Healthcare:
Maine Behavioral Healthcare is an innovative leader in mental health services in Maine, and our talented people are the reason why. We attract employees who strive to be their best, to work together, to achieve goals, to embrace change and to continuously learn and improve their skills.
With our partners, we are home to more than 1,200 talented people in a wide variety of professions. These include psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, case workers, and occupational/physical therapists, as well as clerical and administrative staff, information technology professionals and executives.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our package includes health and dental insurances, paid parental leave (available at most locations), retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you’ll be working with healthcare professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the wellbeing of our communities and employees. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Our care – and the science behind that care – is top rate. Join us and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to another level.
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