Psychologist IV: Full-Time & Part-Time (Benefitted)

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Public Health in Danvers seeks a Psychologist IV to lead psychological services at Hogan Regional Center. The role is full-time or part-time with partial benefits; salary will be prorated for part-time hours and is designed to meet regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include audits readiness, supervising staff, coordinating psychiatry input, and ensuring legal documentation for court-related orders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of psychological assessments.
• Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of behavioral interventions (behavioral modification; behavioral management).
• Ability to supervise psychology assistants and provide training to staff.
• Ability to analyze clinical data and maintain comprehensive records.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Hogan Regional Center is prepared for audits or reviews of psychological services.
• Coordinate and oversee the Medication Review Committees with consulting psychiatrists.
• Ensure Roger’s Affidavits and related court orders are current and properly documented.
• Partner with Facility Director on policy development to align with regulations and best practices.
• Oversee clinical supervision of Psychological Assistants and perform regular performance appraisals.
• Review and approve psychology services, assessments, treatment plans, and staff training.
• Provide training to staff on psychological services and Coordinated Treatment Plans.
• Participate in and chair the Regional PBS initiative and related PBS activities.

Skills

Psychology assessments

Clinical supervision

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Psychologist (Massachusetts Board)

Master's/Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

Job Description

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members.

This position is located at the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers, Ma

Position

Psychologist IV (full- or part-time)

DDS is hiring either a full-time or part-time fully benefited position for the Psychologist IV. A full-time position is 40 hours per week, a part-time position is 20 hours per week. Salary will be prorated based on scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that their assigned caseload and the Hogan Regional Center in general, is well positioned to exceed in all Department of Public Health or Federal Health and Human services audits or any other internal or external review of psychological services
• Coordinates and oversees the Medication Review Committees their assigned caseload at Hogan Regional Center while maintaining effective working relationships with the consulting psychiatrists both internally and externally
• Works with assigned psychology staff and the Regional Legal Team to ensure that Roger’s Affidavits are in place when needed. Further, that all legal paperwork is current, court reviews are requested and conducted according to all statutory requirements, and further, that any treatment provided pursuant to such an order is well documented and timely.
• In conjunction with the Facility Director, The Psychologist IV will support policy development initiatives that are consistent with all established regulations and which support best practices.
• Will assist in the clinical supervision of all Psychological Assistants assigned to the Hogan Regional Center which includes completing all agency and Hogan Regional Center approved performance appraisal systems. Will conduct individual strength-based supervision with all subordinate staff at least once per month (or more based on staff development needs).
• Reviews and approves all psychology services, including clinical assessments, psychological treatment plans and therapy, and staff training in psychology techniques through demonstration, direct observations, program implementation at day treatment programs and residence milieu via meetings with direct care staff.
• Provides training to all staff in the principles of psychological services; helps to ensure compliance with Coordinated Treatment Plans
• Serves as a member of the Regional Peer Review Committee.
• Serves as a member of the Regional PBS initiative
• Serves as the chairperson for all PBS related initiatives for the Hogan Regional Center.
• will ensure that their assigned caseload and the Hogan Regional Center in general, is well positioned to exceed in all Department of Public Health or Federal Health and Human services audits or any other internal or external review of psychological services.
• Advises the Hogan Regional Center Administration on issues affecting the psychological wellbeing of individuals

Qualifications 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

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Pre-employment Screening

• Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.

Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Health and Safety Requirements

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.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity / Affidinitive Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Salary

108,855.76 - 181,646.92 Yearly

Location

Danvers, MA at the Hogan Regional Center

Schedule

Day

Full-time / Part-time Hours

Full-time: 40 hours per week. Part-time: 20 hours per week.

Contact

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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.