Director, Neurodiversity

About Lyra Health

Lyra Health is the leading provider of mental health solutions for employers supporting more than 20 million people globally. The company has delivered 13 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 20 peer-reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness and cost efficiency. Extensive peer-reviewed research confirms Lyra’s transformative care model helps people recover twice as fast and results in a 26% annual reduction in overall healthcare claims costs. Lyra is transforming access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI-powered platform combining the highest-quality care and technology solutions.

About the Role

Lyra is looking for a senior mental health leader with expertise in neuropsychological assessment of adults and evidence based treatment and support for neurodiverse individuals.  You will serve as the senior clinical lead for our Neurodiversity Center of Excellence, which provides virtual and in-person neuropsychological evaluations in 50 states, for ADHD, ASD, and other neuro-developmental diagnoses for both adults and minors and coordinates caregiver coaching to families of neurodiverse individuals.  

As the Director of the Neurodiversity COE, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and optimization of neuropsychological services, ensuring clinical excellence, adherence to regulatory standards, and the integration of evidence-based practices. You will also play a key role in the strategic growth and innovation of our neurodiversity offerings, enhancing accessibility to neuropsychological assessments and treatments for patients nationwide.

This role reports to our Director, Strategic Initiatives.

• Lead and manage the neuropsychology team, including hiring, training, supervision, and performance evaluation of clinical staff.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand neuropsychology services in alignment with the company’s mission and goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to drive telehealth innovation and optimize service offerings.
• Work with adults to provide comprehensive neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and psychological evaluations.
• Interpret a broad spectrum of psychological and neuropsychological test batteries with occasional hands-on test administration as needed.
• Supervise and oversee the work of the patient’s assigned psychometrist and psychometrist assistants, ensuring accurate test administration, scoring, and overall quality control.
• Conduct feedback sessions for patients and their families, particularly creating feedback videos to communicate test results, explain findings, and provide guidance on next steps
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to both adult and pediatric neuropsychologists, ensuring high standards of patient care and ethical practice.
• Oversee the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with neuropsychological and cognitive disorders, including those with brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health disorders, and developmental disabilities.
• Ensure the development of comprehensive neuropsychological reports, treatment plans, and recommendations for patients.
• Work closely with the technology team to ensure telehealth tools and platforms are optimized for neuropsychological evaluations, maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory standards.
• Educate and train staff on best practices for delivering neuropsychology services remotely.
• Develop and refine protocols for neuropsychological assessments and interventions that can be effectively implemented in a telehealth setting.
• Monitor and analyze patient outcomes to continuously improve service delivery and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure all services are compliant with state and federal regulations, and follow best practices for telehealth delivery.
• Collaborate with other clinical leaders (psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, etc.) to ensure integrated, holistic care for patients.
• Work with marketing and business development teams to promote neuropsychological services.
• Contribute to the development of educational materials, resources, and training programs to enhance patient and staff knowledge of neuropsychological services.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in neuropsychology, 
• particularly as they pertain to telehealth delivery.
• Promote a culture of innovation by exploring new technologies, assessment methods, and treatment modalities that can enhance neuropsychological care.

• Clinical & Ethical Expertise: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment; upholds ethical standards and ensures patient confidentiality.
• Leadership & Team Development: Supervises, mentors, and develops clinical staff; builds a high-performing team culture grounded in accountability, inclusivity, and clinical excellence.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Improvement: Ensures all services meet Joint Commission standards, as well as state and federal regulations; monitors outcomes and drives performance improvement to enhance quality and safety.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Works effectively with psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, medical providers, and caregivers to deliver coordinated, holistic, patient- and family-centered care.
• Telehealth & Innovation: Integrates technology to provide safe, effective, and scalable assessments; promotes innovation in practice models and service delivery.

• Doctorate degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited doctoral program, with a preferred specialization in neuropsychology.
• One year predoctoral internship with clinical training in neuropsychology preferred
• Two years postdoctoral experience or fellowship in neuropsychology or significant experience in psychological or psychoeducational assessment 
• Experience with virtual psychological and/or neuropsychological assessment, including the use of remote testing tools and telehealth platforms.
• Management experience with demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and mentor psychometrists, psychometrist assistants, and other clinical staff
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical guidelines and standards in clinical practice, including maintaining patient confidentiality, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to convey complex findings and feedback clearly to patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Effective therapeutic communication skills, particularly in explaining test results and providing feedback in an accessible and compassionate manner.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.

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