Child Psychologist (F68860)

Child Research Psychologist - Position # F68860

VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER: Department of Psychiatry, seeks a Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist as Faculty at the Virginia Treatment Center for Children (VTCC), the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. The Child Psychologist will be responsible for providing clinical services (in primarily outpatient, rotation coverage on inpatient, and consultation/liaison settings), research, teaching and supervising trainees within the APA accredited internship and other psychology training programs, and providing leadership in the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based treatments. Research and/or other scholarly work (publications/presentations) is highly desired for this position. 

VTCC opened its new state of the art facility in April 2018.  This design award winning facility provides a collaborative environment for clinical services, teaching and research.  See more at https://www.chrichmond.org/New-VTCC-Facility.htm

Qualifications: Virginia Licensed Clinical Psychologist, experience treating children/adolescents and families required. Research experience, program evaluation and/or publications. Experienced Teacher. Supervisory experience and ability to work as member of interdisciplinary medical team. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so.  Individuals with clinical specialties (e.g., evidence-based practices, substance use, developmental disabilities/autism spectrum) are encouraged to apply.

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Richmond is centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic region along the East Coast. With easy access to Washington D.C., the Atlantic Ocean, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, this River City is consistently top ranked for its rich history, charm, lower cost of living, outdoor adventure, trendy restaurants, breweries, wineries, upscale shopping, and world class museums.

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We are over 900 physicians and 19 clinical departments providing services at various sites in Virginia, including VCU Medical Center — Richmond, VA – the region’s comprehensive Level 1 Trauma Center, verified in adult, pediatric, and burn trauma care. VCU Medical Center integrates hospitals, clinical care facilities, health sciences schools and medical research.

Our physician-driven, patient-centered care model reflects the values and vision of an outstanding integrated academic practice.

VCU Health has consistently ranked high in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals study in the state and metro Richmond area. Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU continues to expand inpatient and outpatient services, as well as the new Virginia Treatment Center for Children, opened in 2018, serving as a beacon of hope for families seeking mental health services. We are proud that VCU Health has twice achieved Magnet® designation.  We are honored to be recognized by Working Mother magazine’s “100 Best” for work/life balance and integration. Since 2006, the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce has consistently named VCU Health an Area Employer of Choice. You won’t find a more appreciative organization to work for, nor better people to work with.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an urban university with over 32,000 students located in Richmond, Virginia, two hours south of Washington D.C. As one of the nation’s top research universities it attracts more than $255 million a year in sponsored research funding. Twenty-seven VCU graduate and professional programs rank among the best in the nation in US News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.