Position Title:
Psychologist and Director of the Center for Autism Spectrum
Disorders
Compensation:
$80,000-$85,000
Department:
TC Deans Office_C
About this opportunity:
The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (CASD) strives to be a
comprehensive training and research hub dedicated to advancing
knowledge and practice in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). CASD
provides Ball State University students with hands-on training in
autism diagnostic evaluation, evidence-based intervention
strategies, and collaborative consultation practices.
The CASD offers a wide range of services and resources, including
diagnostic evaluation, family-centered support, and professional
development opportunities. The core component of the CASD is to
conduct innovative, interdisciplinary research that informs best
practices in assessment, intervention, and service delivery for
individuals with ASD across the lifespan.
The mission of the CASD is threefold: (a) to provide training
opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to learn and
implement autism diagnostic evaluation and intervention services;
(b) to provide services and resources in partnership with the
community, including intervention, consultation, and individual and
group student-centered support and services; and (c) to conduct
innovative research to inform practice.
The CASD Director is a licensed psychologist with a PsyD or PhD in
psychology or related field who has the endorsement as an HSPP and
will provide leadership and oversight for the Center for Autism
Spectrum Disorder, supervise students in clinical training
activities, teach one course within the area of clinical expertise
for the Department of Special Education, and conduct psychological
evaluations for autism referrals.
This is a 12-month position that can provide continuity of services
throughout the calendar year.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be
employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Function:
Provide leadership and oversight for the Center for Autism Spectrum
Disorder, supervise students in clinical training activities, teach
one course within the area of clinical expertise for the Department
of Special Education, and conduct psychological evaluations for
autism referrals.
Duties / Responsibilities:
1. Program Administration
- Assist with oversight and coordination of clinic operations,
programming, and service delivery.
Contribute to outreach, community partnerships, and campus
initiatives that enhance awareness and access to services.
Support student training, supervision coordination, and program
development initiatives for students in the department of special
education, department of educational psychology, and/or closely
related fields.
Maintain compliance with university, ethical, and licensure
standards, including documentation, confidentiality, and billing
procedures.
Represent the CASD, Teachers College, the ICCs, and Ball State
University in professional and community settings.
2. Clinical Services & Assessment
- Conduct psychological assessments for community clients and
university students, including clinical interviews, behavioral
observations, and standardized testing.
- Administer, score, interpret, and communicate results of
cognitive, personality, and neurodevelopmental assessments related
to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other mental health
concerns.
- Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy for
students with ASD and co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Develop individualized support plans and provide
psychoeducation, consultation, and family support as
appropriate.
3. Interprofessional Community Clinic Collaboration
- Serve as the CASD representative within the Interprofessional
Community Clinics.
- Collaborate with ICC directors and leadership to support
interdisciplinary service delivery and coordinated care
models.
- Develop referral pathways and collaborative programming across
clinic units.
- Participate in ICC planning, assessment, strategic initiatives,
and quality improvement efforts.
- Support interprofessional education and training opportunities
for students across disciplines.
4. Teaching and Supervision
- Supervise graduate assistants and practicum students.
- Teach one class per semester in the Department of Special
Education.
5. Student Support
- Support autistic students in navigating academic, social, and
daily challenges within the university setting.
- Collaborate with disability services, student success programs,
faculty, and community providers to coordinate care and promote
inclusion for neurodiverse students.
- Provide consultation and training to faculty and staff
regarding best practices for supporting students with ASD.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in clinical or school psychology from an accredited
university.
- Licensed Psychologist in the State of Indiana as a Health
Service Provider in Psychology (HSPP), or eligibility for Indiana
licensure at the time of appointment.
- Expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum
disorder.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with key
stakeholders.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership
skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three years post-licensure experience.
- Completion of a post-doctoral fellowship in autism spectrum
disorders.
- Experience working with autistic adults.
- Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification.
- Experience with interdisciplinary or integrated healthcare
service delivery models.
- Experience with clinic administration, budgeting, strategic
planning, quality improvement, and program development.
- Experience pursuing or managing grants, contracts, or external
partnerships.
How to apply:
For inquiries about this opportunity, please contact: Shannon
Dieringer (
sdieringer@bsu.edu )
Please follow upload instructions for attaching all required
supporting application documents listed below. Only complete
applications submitted through Workday, including the required
documents, will be considered.
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:
- A cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the
position
- A current résumé - Please do not use the Autofill
feature for resume
- Within the application, please provide contact information
for three professional references
The option to upload your transcript is available but is not
required at the time of application. Original, official transcripts
from the issuing institution reflecting the highest related earned
degree is required at the time of hire (even if your degree is
obtained at Ball State University).
The application deadline is: September 28, 2026 12:01
a.m.
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing
professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why
we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a
year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's
most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental
insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as
well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security
to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on
your work and personal growth without worrying about the
unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of
your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or
children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the
same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs
for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your
graduate tuition. This offer is good from the very first day you
start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
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