The Psychologist II (Pediatric Feeding Disorders) will conduct intake evaluations to diagnose feeding disorders and provide service recommendations in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team; and provide direct clinical services based on the principles of behavioral psychology/applied behavior analysis to children and adolescents with feeding disorders who are receiving outpatient services.   Did you know that some Kennedy Krieger locations are approved National Health Service Corp sites for loan repayment?  More information here:   https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/nhsc-loan-repayment-program

The Psychologist III will provide services utilizing evidence-based/informed treatment models and coordinates care with multi-disciplinary teams focused on the strengths and effective individualized treatment for the patient and their family. The incumbent will maintain a clinical caseload including individual and family psychotherapy, diagnostic assessments, parent training, and counseling in child development and behavior management. This position may administer and score psychological tests and assist parents/caregivers in advocating for their children’s needs in the community. The incumbent will provide direct supervision to psychologists and therapists providing clinical services in the program, and may teach and provide direct supervision to trainees. Primary clinical responsibilities will be for individuals in early childhood through young adulthood.   *$5000 hiring incentive available    Did you know that some Kennedy Krieger locations are approved National Health Service Corp sites for loan repayment?  More information here:   https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/nhsc-loan-repayment-program  

The Psychology Associate I (Research) will help implement various ongoing pediatric studies, including: recruiting, screening, scheduling, and testing children with ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, and Tourette syndrome.  

The Psychology Associate II will assist Psychologist in providing clinical services, supervision and case management for in/outpatient cases as specified by the Director of the inpatient service, outpatient clinic, or Department Head. This professional will collaborate with department staff/supervisors and other KKI departments as needed. The incumbent will participate in hiring, supervising and the evaluating of Behavioral Psychology staff as well as participate in programs of systematic research.

The Psychology Associate II will administer and score psychological and neuropsychological tests and assist parents or care givers in advocating for their children’s needs in the community. The incumbent will comply with regulations governing Psychology Associates. Principal responsibilities will be for ages 5 - adult. The incumbent will assist the Department Director in administrative duties as assigned.

The Psychology Associate II will assist Psychologist in providing clinical services, supervision and case management for in/outpatient cases as specified by the Director of the inpatient service, outpatient clinic, or Department Head. This professional will collaborate with department staff/supervisors and other KKI departments as needed. The incumbent will participate in hiring, supervising and the evaluating of Behavioral Psychology staff as well as participate in programs of systematic research.

The Recreational Activities Aide assists staff in the implementation of developmentally appropriate play activities and manage behavior. The position’s role is to work as part of a team to maintain a safe, therapeutic, and positive play environment for the patients in the Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program playrooms.

The Recreational Activities Staff II (Behavioral) plans and implements behaviorally oriented and developmentally appropriate activities which support the patient during the Feeding Program Admission.  The Recreational Activities Staff II is responsible for providing observation, assessment, and programming for patients, and relevant caregivers training during the admission to the Feeding Program.

The Recreational Therapy Assistant for the Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress (CCFTS) is responsible for assisting in implementing a recreational therapy program for children seen at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. This position requires the incumbent to be bilingual in English and Spanish with a proficiency level that meets the Institutes minimum standards.

Kennedy Krieger Institute leads the way in translating scientific advances into new therapies and educational interventions, while providing an inspirational environment for training tomorrow’s leaders in the field. These successes benefit millions of children, adolescents, and adults around the world. Kennedy Krieger Institute offers more than 55 outpatient clinics, home and community programs, education, research, pediatric neurobehavioral and rehabilitation/feeding inpatient units and a day hospital.   This position is 40 hours per week, working Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00am-6:30pm.   Benefits You Will Receive   · $5,000 sign-on bonus · $2000 RN referral bonus · $10,500/year tuition advancement/reimbursement for employees earning undergrad and graduate degrees (pro-rated for 16-39 hours/week) · 50% college tuition grant for dependents of eligible employees budgeted 30-40 hours per week up to $32,000/year · Recently increased differentials · Student loan repayment for employees budgeted 30-40 hours per week ($100 per month up to $10,500) · Relocation assistance · Bonus incentive for a masters degree · Bonus incentive for nursing certification · Medical, Dental, Vision (active the month after you attend HR) most places make you wait 3-6 months) · Enhanced Mental Health Benefits · 401K Automatic 3% employer-funded “base contribution” with additional 1.5%-3% based on years of service · Sick and Vacation accrual upon first day of work · Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (Child Care Spending Account) $2,000 for each eligible child through the age of 6; $600 for each child age 7-10 · Progressive Career Ladder with salary increase · Free secure and monitored parking