Endowed Chair of Clinical Psychology

Clinical Services Director

The Wendy Pesky Endowed Chair of Clinical Psychology

Full-Time Exempt

Reports to: Executive Director

In-Person

Boise, Idaho, United States

Position Description

The Wendy Pesky Endowed Chair of Clinical Psychology provides leadership to the Clinical Department and collaborates with the Leadership Team of Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) to help guide the Center in its mission and vision. This is a management position involving responsibility for program development, supervision, consultation, budget projections and monitoring, and research, as well as provision of direct clinical services. The Endowed Chair works closely with the Academic Services Director to build an integrated service delivery system for the Centers clients.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Department Leadership and Operations

• Direct and manage all clinical services, including intake, evaluation, counseling, and outreach.
• Develop and maintain clinical policies, ensuring high-quality, efficient service delivery.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and oversee client records as the Centers HIPAA Officer.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate clinical staff and interns.
• Serve as a member of the LPLC leadership team, addressing organizational Strategic Planning, Annual Planning, employee engagement, and addressing center issues and concerns.

Collaboration

• Partner with the Academic Services Director to align clinical and academic interventions and manage shared roles.
• Coordinate with the Director of Finance & Operations on billing practices, regulatory compliance, and budget monitoring.

Assessment and Supervision

• Conduct and oversee psychoeducational assessments, including review, administration, interpretation, and reporting.
• Provide client feedback and consult with staff on intervention strategies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to research and program evaluation efforts.
• Maintain professional relationships with external organizations.
• Assist/Participate in internal professional development across the Center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Effective supervision and team management
• Strong clinical writing and interpretation skills
• Accurate administration of standardized assessments
• Confidentiality and professionalism
  
• Ability to translate research into practice.
• Data analysis proficiency

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in clinical or school psychology
• License-eligible in the State of Idaho
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in an educational or clinical situation.
• Expertise in cognitive, educational, and psychosocial assessment and intervention for learning disabilities

Knowledge

• Clinical supervision and program management
• Child development and learning disabilities.
• Psychometrics and research methodology

General Abilities

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Professional people skills
• Composure in challenging situations
• Time management and adaptability
• Strong organizational and technical skills
• Problem-solving and policy application
• Collaboration and independent problem solving

Compensation

• Competitive salary is based on experience, education, and skills.
• Full medical and dental insurance
• Simple IRA with 3% match
• Short-term disability, life & vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

• Office setting with built-in desks and temperature fluctuations
• Lift up to 20lbs & navigate stairs on various occasions.
• Travel (occasionally overnight) as related to program delivery.

Disclaimer

The above description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required for the position.