Qualifications
Must possess a master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university. Applicant must also have a TLLP*, LLP* or LP in Psychology with the State of Michigan in good standing. Must have police and DHS clearance. Person must possess experience with persons with developmental disabilities and/or experience with persons with a Traumatic Brain Injury. Must meet criteria for appropriate credentialing as a Children’s Mental Health Professional, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional and a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Additional requirements include: a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families, the ability to engage and maintain clinical relationships with families, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers, effective interpersonal communication skills, the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.
Position Summary
The Psychologist is responsible for psychological evaluations of consumers including administration and the interpretation of psychometric instruments while providing direct services to agency consumers. The psychologist is also responsible for the development of measurable and objective treatment goals and plans in accordance with Person Centered Planning, thorough assessments, individual counseling, parent training, family training, behavior modifications plans, and crisis intervention. The Psychologist must also participate as an active member of the Behavior Treatment Committee and maintain all requirements of said committee.
Specific Responsibilities
- Administer psychological evaluations of consumers, interpret and create written report
- Provide consultation to staff regarding consumer, treatment plan, environmental considerations as well all applicable considerations
- Provide direct therapeutic counseling and intervention to individuals and families
- Conduct staff in-services specific to consumer served to assigned direct care staff
- Monitor implementation of treatment plan by I-team members, consumer and family
- Obtain, analyze and evaluate significant data to develop service plans and construct programs utilizing a combination of treatment modalities and skills
- Provide support services to individuals and families
- Develop and maintain written records necessary for professional practice as defined in the policy and procedural manual.
- Represent PsyGenics Inc. in the community
- Conduct community outreach and education
- Act as an advocate on behalf of consumer
- Complete guardianship process and testify in court
- Productivity of 60% or greater is expected
- Conduct self-audits as well as peer audits
- Perform similar or related duties as assigned
*Limited Licensed professionals may also function in this role with the understanding that they must maintain ongoing supervision until such time as they receive full licensure. If appropriately licensed staff are available and able, PsyGenics will assist with supervision. In lieu of in-house supervision, Limited Licensed professionals may also choose to provide documentation of ongoing outside supervision on a quarterly basis until such time as they receive full licensure.
Additional Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Math Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, perform general mathematics.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, payroll systems, internet software, and electronic health records.
Education/Experience: Minimum Master’s degree (M. A. / M. S.) from an accredited college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Vision:
See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment. Must be able to complete essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
