Clinical Psychologist – Evaluation and Testing (Albany, NY - FT)
Brightline is redefining what pediatric behavioral health care looks like for families across the country and we’re looking for a mission-driven Clinical Psychologist specializing in Diagnostic Evaluations & Testing who will bring that vision to life across the greater New York metropolitan area.
This is a full-time, field-based role spanning Brightline’s NY metro clinics, including locations in Westchester, Long Island, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. The Evaluation & Testing Psychologist conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations and diagnostic testing for youth up to age 18, serving as a specialist resource across the region. If you are as passionate about evidence-based mental health care for kids, teens, and families as we are, we’re looking for you.
Why This Role
Brightline is expanding its evaluation and testing capacity to meet growing demand across the NY metro area. In this role, you will serve as a dedicated specialist conducting in-depth diagnostic evaluations and psychological testing that directly shape treatment planning and family outcomes. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to the build-out of our testing service line, and help set the clinical standard for evaluation excellence at Brightline. This is a rare opportunity to do high-impact clinical work within an innovative, fast-growing practice that is transforming pediatric mental health care.
Responsibilities
Diagnostic Evaluation
Conduct in-depth diagnostic evaluations, including clinical interviews, multi-informant data review, and differential diagnosis, to clarify presenting concerns and inform evidence-based care for youth up to age 18 (ongoing care provided by other team members)
Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations for ongoing care in alignment with patient need and Brightline’s program offerings
Integrate screening and rating measures into comprehensive diagnostic formulations
Deliver family feedback sessions with actionable, accessible clinical guidance
Psychological Testing
Conduct psychological testing for common youth concerns, including learning disorders, executive functioning needs, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
Thoughtfully select and administer test batteries appropriate to the clinical question, utilizing digital administration where available
Administer and interpret the ADOS-2, alongside self- and other-reported questionnaires and ASD-focused clinical interviews to support comprehensive autism evaluations
Produce high-quality, family-friendly written reports that translate complex findings into practical recommendations, with a commitment to timely delivery within 30 business days of evaluation completion
Collaboration & Development
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage in peer consultation, and participate in continuous professional development
Contribute to the development and refinement of Brightline’s evaluation and testing service line
Participate in community engagement and outreach opportunities
Requirements:
Full-time availability (40 hours per week)
Doctoral degree (PhD) in Clinical or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program
Active, unrestricted license to practice at the doctoral level in the State of New York
Extensive experience conducting psychological testing and diagnostic evaluations across a variety of presenting concerns for youth and families
Ability to think critically about test battery selection for varied clinical presentations
Training in digital administration of psychological tests where available
Training in the ADOS-2, and experience interpreting multi-informant questionnaires and conducting ASD-focused clinical interviews
Advanced training in semi-structured diagnostic interviews with ability to adapt to varied clinical contexts
Strong working knowledge of evidence-based interventions for common pediatric concerns, enabling clear and actionable diagnostic recommendations
Strong knowledge of current clinical research and commitment to staying updated on the latest empirical advancements
Clear understanding of and deep commitment to ethical standards of care
Experience providing care both in-person and virtually (some evaluations and feedback sessions may be conducted virtually depending on clinical appropriateness and family preference)
Interest and experience thriving in a start-up environment
Bilingual candidates are strongly preferred, particularly Spanish-speaking
Ability to manage a full caseload balancing testing, evaluations, report writing, and family feedback sessions
We offer several benefits, perks, and stipends:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and 401k
12 Company Holidays + Floating Holidays, Holiday Shutdown, Parental Leave
Health and Wellness Stipend, Home Office Reimbursement and Professional Development Reimbursement
At Brightline we have built a total rewards philosophy that includes fair, equitable, competitive, geo-based compensation that is performance and potential based. Our strategy is based on robust market research, including external advisory specializing in national compensation, and thoughtful input from every level of our organization. It is a combination of a cash salary, equity, benefits, wellbeing, and opportunity. In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for applicants is $147,000 - $162,000.
Our Commitment to Building a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workforce
At Brightline, we believe that Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are essential to the foundation upon which our mission is built. We are committed to:
building a future where all families can access inclusive, high-quality care
creating an environment that encourages our employees to show up authentically, reach their highest potential, and have an equal opportunity to thrive
systematically evaluating and improving our inherent beliefs, observed behaviors, structures, and systems
ensuring that every employee, candidate, client, and family we serve is valued and respected
About Brightline
Brightline is a therapy and psychiatry practice that delivers expert pediatric, teen, and parental mental health care to families and kids up to age 18. Brightline’s virtual and in-person outpatient services include diagnostic evaluation, therapy, psychiatry services (e.g. medication management), and psychological testing (to assess learning differences, school readiness, executive functioning difficulties [e.g. ADHD], and autism). In addition to Brightline’s generalized support, we offer focused programs including those that support anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, ADHD, and disruptive behaviors. Founded in 2019, Brightline has delivered care to tens of thousands of families with industry-leading results. We’ve been nationally recognized for clinical excellence and innovation for several years — recent awards include the Fast Company 50 Most Innovative Companies (2022) and Behavioral Health Business Companies to Watch Award (2024). Brightline is based in Palo Alto and is backed by investors including Boston Children’s Hospital, Northwell Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Google Ventures, KKR, and Oak HC/FT.