Clinical Diagnostic Evaluator - Psychologist

The Clinical Diagnostic Evaluator conducts diagnostic assessments, initial behavioral health evaluations, and second opinions utilizing diagnostic tools, cognitive measures, adaptive functioning measures, and neuropsychological measures, in a manner consistent with clinical best practices. The Diagnostic Evaluator is integral in all aspects of diagnostic assessment including preparing, clinical interviewing, administering testing, establishing DSM-5 diagnoses, writing summary and full diagnostic reports for inclusion in the client’s medical record and providing diagnostic feedback.

Essential Job Functions

Clinical Oversight

• Plan, organize, complete, and submit diagnostic assessments within established timelines.
• Communicate with clients and partners regarding results of diagnostic assessments.
• Provide other behavioral treatment/assessment/psychotherapy as assigned.
• Provide consultations and training to the clinical team as needed.
• Collaborate on treatment plans with Clinical Managers.
• Travel for assessments as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Administrative/Operational

• Enforce Easterseals Hawaii policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the local, state, federal, and funder regulatory agency rules.
• Ensure programmatic compliance with appropriate standards of accreditation and funding agencies.
• Coordinate with Family of Companies (FoC) departments to ensure successful delivery and application of services in day-to-day operations.
• Maintain necessary continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent to:

• Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychiatrist, or Licensed Doctor of Education in the state of Hawaii.
• Minimum of 1-year psychological assessment experience.
• Experience conducting ASD diagnostic evaluations and completing diagnostic reports
• Experience with administrating ADOS-2, Vineland-3, and WISC-V required.
• Experience with SB-5, DAS-II, Bayley-4, VB-MAPP, AFLS, ABAS-3, and DP-3, preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Sensitivity to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/Microsoft processing software and excel. Must be able to use an iPhone or work cell phone if applicable.
• Personable; able to work comfortably with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills; frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
• Extensive proficiency in issues of childhood development.
• A commitment to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgment, flexibility, patience, and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment.
• Work independently and to be flexible in changing work priorities.
• Proficient in leading and participating in virtual meetings utilizing tools such as Zoom/Microsoft Teams.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to communicate effectively within the work environment, read and write using the primary language within the workplace.
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting in order to observe, assess, and interact with clients.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours a day.
• Visual and auditory ability to work with clients, staff and others in the workplace continuously.
• Frequent speaking and listening (50%) to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the phone.
• Utilize computer and cell phone for effective communication.
• Occasional inter-island travel (1–2 times per quarter).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The People & Performance Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
• Able to travel to multiple work sites and client homes. Reliable transportation needed.
• Must have valid Hawaii Driver’s License/insurance and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations and clear TB testing based on company policies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Safety Care certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CAQH credential.
• Maintain active Psychologist licensure in the State of Hawaii.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NPI number.
• Must attend any required training.

Full time126,000-160,000 Annually