PSYCHOLOGY TECHNICIAN

Hiring Department

The Thompson Center

Job Description

This position is located at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Duties consist
of administering psychological/neuropsychological tests to individual children (parents are sometimes in the
room to assist). The technician also scores the tests and prepares a data table summary of all tests
administered, including detailed listing of observations within 2 business days. The technician additionally
participates in regular consultation with the psychology/interdisciplinary teams regarding observations, test
results, and validity issues and attends weekly Psych Team meetings. Further, the technician will maintain
interview/testing rooms and test materials, track test material usage, and order additional materials/equipment
as needed. Finally, the technician also provides assistance to supervising psychologists as requested.
Opportunities may also be available for training graduate students on test administration, participation on the
crisis prevention/intervention team, and learning the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2).

Salary

Salary Range: $14.50-$18.00 per hour

GGS Grade: PAT 03

University Title: PSYCHOLOGY TECHNICIAN

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Shift

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary with some course work in clinical psychology preferred.

Knowledge of psychological testing procedures and examinations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective contact with patients during the administration of tests.

Ability to interpret standardized mental examination.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in psychology and knowledge of psychological testing is preferred.
1-2 years of clinical experience is preferred. Experience with children with developmental disabilities and/or
autism spectrum disorder is ideal.
Knowledge of psychological testing procedures and examinations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective contact with patients during the administration of tests.
Ability to interpret standardized mental examination.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-884-2577 .

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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