MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is expanding our exceptional team of therapy professionals! We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Clinical Psychologist to join our team temporarily to assist with conducting pediatric evaluations during an autism clinical study, helping us Reveal the Super in Every Child!

About MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

For over 20 years, MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy has been a leader in providing integrated pediatric therapy services throughout Southeast Michigan. Our mission is to deliver evidence-based, intensive, multidisciplinary, and collaborative pediatric therapy that empowers children and their families to achieve their fullest potential. Our neighborhood therapy centers make it easy for families to access a comprehensive approach to therapy, offering Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Feeding/Swallowing Therapy in one center.

Through play, acceptance, and joy, we embrace the complexities of each child, striving to create functional outcomes that enhance their quality of life.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to participate as an author in a published clinical trial.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment – Work alongside ABA, OT, PT, and feeding specialists all under one roof, enhancing holistic care and professional development.
• Innovative, evidence-based methods – We emphasize early intervention, intensive therapy, and play-based techniques to maximize neuroplasticity and long-term developmental success.

Your Impact

As a temporary Clinical Psychologist at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy, you will participate in a pivotal clinical study, evaluating a novel brain stimulation medical device for reduction of autism symptoms in children aged 2 to 8. The existing two sites are Mount Sinai Seavers Center and SUNY Upstate Medical – Galisano Center. You can read more about the study here: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06006637

MetroEHS expects the Psychologist to evaluate approximately 45 children initially. These evaluations are completed in order to enroll children in the trial who have a CARS score of between 30 and 45. Each of the initial evaluations will take approximately 30 minutes, plus traveling, resulting in approximately 25-30 hours for the initial evaluations for the 30 children enrolled.

Of the 30 children that are enrolled, the Psychologist will need to conduct 3 additional evaluations, CARS, SRS, CGI (mid-point, end of study, 1 month after completion). Each of these evaluations will take approximately 30 minutes for a total of approximately 50 hours, plus travel.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Clinical Psychology culminating in the receipt of PhD.
• 2+ years of experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• The Psychologist will need to participate in initial CARS training with a Washington University (the training is a 2-hour online lecture) and then participate in bi-weekly calibration (1 hour meeting) with Mount Sinai / SUNY Upstate Medical upon beginning the clinical trial.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Active & Engaged Work – Kneeling, bending and playing at ground level.
• Quick Reflexes – Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement (running away) or aggressive actions.
• Loud or Noisy Environments – Working with active children in dynamic settings.

Clinic Location

• Dearborn Heights

Status

• Contingent
• 1099

Work Schedule

• Total time spent on the clinical study will be approximately 80-100 hours beginning September 2025 through December 2025
• Hours are flexible between 9am-6pm, Monday-Friday

Compensation

• $100- $150 per hour commensurate with experience and qualifications

Join Our Team!

If you're ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families while working with an incredible team of professionals, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help join our mission to Reveal the Super in Every Child!