About this role
KINDERPSYCHOLOGE (M/W/D) CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST / KINDERPSYCHOLOGE (M/W/D) – ENGLISH-SPEAKING POSITION Kennziffer: Child Psychologist ABOUT US: Joy Center Family Institute is a multidisciplinary clinic specializing in child development, emotional well-being, and family support. Located in Böblingen (Stuttgart), we serve a diverse international community, including civilians families connected to the U.S. military. We are known for our holistic, relationship-based, and play-centered therapy approach, following developmental models like DIR/FLOORTIME. Our mission is to empower children and families while nurturing growth, connection, and emotional well-being. WE ARE CONTINUOUSLY EXPANDING OUR TEAM AND ARE CURRENTLY HIRING: • Clinical Child Psychologists. • Licensed Psychotherapists (able to work in Germany). • Occupational Therapists. • Speech and Language Therapists. CURRENT VACANCY: Clinical Child Psychologist / Psychotherapist. WHAT YOU’LL DO: • THERAPEUTIC WORK: Provide individual and family-based psychological therapy for children aged 2-15. Focus areas often include developmental challenges, emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, social skills, and attachment-based issues. • DEVELOPMENTAL FOCUS: Apply relationship-based, play-based models such as DIR/Floortime to foster emotional and developmental growth. • ASSESSMENTS: Conduct psychological assessments and developmental screenings as needed. • FAMILY SUPPORT: Engage, coach, and collaborate with parents and caregivers as part of each child's therapeutic journey. • MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM COLLABORATION: Participate in regular weekly supervision and team case discussions with other psychologists, occupational therapists, and speech/language therapists. • DOCUMENTATION: Maintain accurate, timely clinical notes and assessment reports. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: • Degree in Psychology (Master's or Doctorate level). • Licensed as a CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST or PSYCHOLOGICAL PSYCHOTHERAPIST with eligibility to practice in Germany (e.g., approbation or equivalent). • Experience working with young children and families, ideally with ages 2 to 15. • Familiarity with developmental models such as DIR/Floortime, play therapy, or other child-centered approaches (or willingness to learn). • English fluency (our client base is international). • Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and genuine passion for child development and family-centered work. WHAT WE OFFER: • FULL-TIME POSITION: 40 hours per week, with a balance between clinical work (28 hours) and time for documentation, supervision, and team meetings (12 hours). • ONGOING SUPERVISION: Weekly individual and group supervision sessions plus staff meetings for professional growth and peer support. • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Opportunities for continued training and workshops. • MULTIDISCIPLINARY ENVIRONMENT: Work alongside a diverse and supportive team of psychologists, occupational therapists, and speech-language therapists. • MEANINGFUL WORK: Directly impact the lives of children and families in a nurturing, play-based setting. LEARN MORE: www.joycenterfamily.com [ https://www.joycenterfamily.com /] Join our mission to help every child reach their full potential through developmentally respectful, relationship-based care. Apply now [ https://apply.jcd.de/Apply.php?iJobAdID=107895&tc=3-11 ]