Job Posting DescriptionBoston Children's Hospitals Department of Psychiatry is looking for a qualified personnel to conduct neurodevelopmental assessments for research studies primarily focused on children (1-5 years ages) on a part-time basis of 1-2 days/week. Prior experience administering developmental assessments such as the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development is required. Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Assessor is responsible for administering the neurodevelopmental assessments and scoring the protocols
- Assessments usually last 2-3 hours and includes in-person assessment and parent completed questionnaires
- Assessor will write up a brief feedback report for families
- Supervision will be provided as needed
- This position offers an opportunity to participate as co-authors on research papers
The candidate must have minimum qualifications of:
- A Bachelors in Psychology, Child Development or Allied Field with 3 years of relatable experience OR a Master's degree in Psychology, Child Development or Allied Field with 1 year of relatable experience.
- Prior experience administering developmental assessments such as the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Analytical skills to gather and interpret data in which the information or problems are moderately complex to complex.
- Well-developed communication skills in order to provide critical information to patients and families, effectively deal with conflicting views or issues, and the ability to mediate fair solutions.
- Advanced writing skills.
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