Child Psychologist - Shepherd Community Center, Indianapolis

Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) and Indiana University Health (IU Health) are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Faculty Child and Adolescent Psychologist to join our team at Shepherd Community Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is an outpatient community-based faculty psychologist position providing evaluations and psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and families at our IUHP Psychiatry East Washington location. The psychologist will also participate in opportunities for education and research. This position, which carries an appointment at the Assistant Professor (Clinical Track) level at Indiana University School of Medicine, is a partnership between IUSM, IU Health, and the Shepherd Community Center, which supports underprivileged families in the near east side of Indianapolis. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment and Diagnosis with Children, Adolescents, and Families
• Evidence-Based Psychological Therapies with Children, Adolescents, and Families
• Collaborate with other medical and behavioral health professionals to create integrated care plans
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and treatment outcomes

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology from an accredited institution
• Licensed or eligible for licensure and HSPP in the state of Indiana
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Indiana University Health is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure.  Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

• Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
• Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
• Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
• Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
• Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
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• Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
• Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati