Licensed Psychologist (LP / LPA)

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Psychologist / Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA)

Clinic-Based | Durham & Fayetteville, NC

Empower Children. Guide Families. Advance Your Career.About Autism Center of Excellence (AutismCOE)

At Autism Center of Excellence (AutismCOE), we’re transforming how autism services are delivered—for families, for children, and for clinicians. Our clinics provide diagnostic evaluations and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in a collaborative, compassionate setting where every child can thrive. We believe in high-quality care, clinical excellence, and a healthy work-life balance for our team members.

Why Join AutismCOE?

• Meaningful Impact : Help families gain clarity through accurate, compassionate diagnostic evaluations.
• Stable Schedule : Clinic-based role, Monday–Friday — no evenings or weekends required.
• Professional Growth : Collaborate with a supportive team that encourages continued learning and development.
• Mission-Driven Culture : Be part of a purpose-led organization dedicated to empowering children and supporting clinicians.
• Clinician-Centered Environment : We value balance, teamwork, and your professional fulfillment.

About the Role

We are seeking a Licensed Psychologist (LP) or Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) to conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for children with suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related developmental differences.

This position primarily serves our Durham clinic, with occasional travel to our Fayetteville, NC clinic as needed. Travel time is compensated in addition to assessment pay.

This role is ideal for a clinician who is detail-oriented, empathetic, and passionate about improving the lives of children and families.

What You’ll Do

What We’re Looking For

Compensation & Benefits

Ready to Join a Team That Values Your Expertise?

If you’re passionate about guiding families through the diagnostic process and want to be part of a collaborative, growth-oriented environment, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today to join the AutismCOE team.

Autism Center of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Education & Licensure Requirements :

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) in Psychology and active North Carolina Licensed Psychologist (LP) license

OR

Master’s degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology) and active North Carolina Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) license (supervision required per NC Psychology Board guidelines)

Training in autism diagnostic assessment preferred (e.g., ADOS-2, ADI-R, CARS)

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Active North Carolina LP or LPA license in good standing

Proficiency in administering and interpreting standardized autism assessments (e.g., ADOS-2, ADI-R, CARS, DISCO)

Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic formulation skills

Excellent written communication and report-writing ability

Ability to provide compassionate, family-centered feedback

Strong organizational and time management skills

Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional standards (HIPAA compliance)

Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinic environment