Pediatric Clinical Psychologist - Feeding/Swallowing Disorders
About the role
LifeScape is seeking a compassionate and qualified candidate to join our collaborative, interdisciplinary team as a full-time, part-time, or unscheduled part-time (PRN) Clinical Psychologist at our outpatient Autism and Child Development Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Pediatric Population
This position offers a unique opportunity to provide integrated psychological care within LifeScape’s multidisciplinary pediatric clinics, specifically focused on feeding and swallowing disorders and constipation management. The psychologist plays a vital role in supporting children with complex medical and behavioral needs, working alongside a collaborative team of physicians, dietitians, occupational and physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and other specialists.
Design your Personal Caseload
The psychologist contributes to treatment planning, family education, and discharge preparation, ensuring continuity of care across home, school, and community settings. By fostering resilience and promoting adaptive coping strategies, the psychologist helps children and families achieve meaningful progress and improved quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver behavioral health services to support pediatric patients with feeding and gastrointestinal-related difficulties
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans that address both medical and psychological needs
- Provide outpatient therapy to children and families coping with the stress and behavioral impacts of chronic medical conditions
- Participate in patient and family education, including individual and group sessions focused on feeding behaviors, toileting routines, and emotional regulation
- Contribute to discharge planning and school reintegration strategies
- Engage in team rounds and clinic meetings to ensure coordinated care
- Support the development of innovative care models that improve outcomes for children with feeding and GI challenges
The LifeScape Advantage
- Looking for something different? At LifeScape, we do things differently. We think differently. We treat differently. We strive for innovation, think outside the box, and work together for one goal – to improve the quality of life and outcomes of each child that we treat.
- We offer many flexible options for hours, with opportunities for 30-40 hours/week for full-time. Part-time and PRN hours are also available. You choose the number of hours per week and the number of weeks per year you work!
- We work with one of the largest pediatric interdisciplinary teams in the region, alongside other clinical psychologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, behavior analysts, physiatrists, dieticians, and certified orthotist/prosthetists. Our unique interdisciplinary approach to care provides a positive, comprehensive experience for patients and allows you to learn from and collaborate with other experts in the field.
- Select positions allow you to focus your practice area specifically on the evaluation and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
- We offer frequent opportunities for personal and professional development through mentorship and training opportunities both on- and off-site. We foster leadership and growth in therapists’ interest areas by providing financial assistance for continuing education.
Requirements
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology or related degree.
- South Dakota Psychology Licensure or eligible for licensure.
- Minimum of three years of experience in pediatrics is preferred.
LifeScape Advantage
- We Are Driven by Our Mission: Empowering people to live their best life.
- We Have a Vision for Our Future: LifeScape will be an innovative organization, providing exceptional services and creative solutions for people with varied needs and complex care across their life span.
- We Lead with Shared Values: Integrity - Compassion - Respect - Safety and Wellbeing - Fiscal Responsibility - Excellence - Accountability