DDS would like to announce the availability of a full-time Eligibility Psychologist (Psychologist IV) position working at the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers, MA. The Eligibility Psychologist provides overall clinical leadership to the Regional Eligibility Team.
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): - Provides formal training and clinical oversight to Eligibility Team Generalist and Supervisor on the use and interpretation of standardized Adaptive Behavior Scales and instruments.
- Reviews all historical records and reports, including summaries prepared by Eligibility Generalists to determine the need for new assessments of intellectual and adaptive behavior functioning.
- Participates in and/or chairs case review meetings where data related to eligibility is reviewed by all members of the Regional Eligibility Team and facilitates discussion of eligibility status of applicant.
- Maintains knowledge of professional developments in the fields of psychological assessments, diagnosis of developmental disabilities and related subjects.
- Write necessary reports and performs analyses of patterns and trends regarding eligibility applications and determinations ad directed.
- Works collaboratively with Regional Nursing Home Specialist on determination of eligibility for Nursing Facility candidates and performs related duties as required.
Qualifications Require at Hire: - Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of psychological assessments
- Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of behavioral interventions (behavioral modification; behavioral management
- Knowledge of clinical disorders, including psychiatric problems (DMS V and future revisions), personality disorders and emotional problems.
- Ability to provide crisis intervention when individuals are at risk
- Ability to provide clinical consultation to a range of Facility and community personnel including to constructively communicate recommendations to multi-level staff
- Ability to collect and analyze clinical data and maintain comprehensive clinical records
- Ability to supervise psychology assistants of lower classifications
- Ability to provide training to all levels of professional and direct care staff
- Ability to manage and motivate staff effectively
- An in-depth knowledge of Positive Behavioral Supports and Trauma Informed Care
- Ability to function in a complex and changing regulatory environment
- Ability to effectively work as a member of a team in a complex facility ad community setting
This position is located in Danvers, MA at the Hogan Regional Center Schedule: This is a full-time position. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program/area office.
Qualifications:First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have a Doctorate in Psychology from school accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Applicants must also have at least three years of years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a Licensed Psychologist in the application of psychological principles and techniques in a recognized agency providing psychological services or treatment, of which (B) at least one year must have included supervision over Post-doctoral Psychologists-in-training and/or Psychological Assistants.
Special Requirements:
Current and valid registration as a Psychologist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology.
Based on assignment, must meet the eligibility requirements for Designated Forensic Psychologist in 104 CMR 33.04(3)(b).
Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range .
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Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.
