Clinical Psychologist -38530Faculty
Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department of Psychiatry
Job Title:
Position #00843407 – Requisition #38530
The Department of Psychiatry has an opening for a half-time Faculty (unclassified) Clinical Psychologist position.
Job Summary:
This position includes direct clinical care, teaching, supervision, program development duties, and research, with a focus on providing integrated in person and tele-behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and young adults with Down syndrome and their families who are seen in academic medical center settings. This is a faculty position with rank commensurate with the applicant’s experience.
The Down Syndrome Behavioral Health Collaborative was created in 2021 by internationally renowned psychologist and expert in behavioral health in Down syndrome, Lina Patel, PsyD. The Collaborative is looking for a clinical psychologist with a passion to help serve the Down syndrome community through innovative ways, such as telehealth behavioral health services and community-based trainings. In addition to individual and family-based behavioral health support, opportunities exist for joining Children’s Hospital Colorado’s feeding team and working alongside a speech or occupational therapist in feeding therapy co-treats. Depending on the applicant’s expertise and interest, opportunities for program development and scholarly work are available.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide in person or virtual behavioral health services
Provide trainings on the neurodevelopmental profile of individuals with Down syndrome and behaviorally based methods to support individuals with Down syndrome and their families
Use evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches for children, adolescents and young adults with Down syndrome and a wide range of behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
Engage in teaching and scholarship, including collaboration on grants and contracts with hospital and community partners.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us