Psychologist Supervisor

Wayne County Third Circuit Court; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Third Circuit Court seeks a psychologist to supervise staff and ensure caseload coverage for assessments and treatment. The role ensures services meet funding and accreditation standards while contributing to program development and court initiatives.

Responsibilities include psycho-diagnostic evaluations, direct services, documentation, and quality assurance. Candidates must be licensed in Michigan with at least five years of relevant experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology and Michigan licensure required.
• Five years of psycho-diagnostic assessment and/or mediation experience.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating programs.
• Proficient with MS Office and relevant software.
• Valid Michigan driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and conduct evaluations to ensure caseload coverage.
• Provide psycho-diagnostic evaluations, treatment and crisis intervention.
• Maintain accurate case records and statistics.
• Develop quality improvement plans to ensure compliance with standards.
• Contribute to program development and court consultations.
• Implement policies and ensure staff adherence to procedures.
• Coordinate with community professionals and resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Confidentiality

Stress management

Diversity

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Court offers a competitive compensation package.

Candidates that are hired with less than one (1) year of experience in this title will begin at $87,218.00. Upon completion of one (1) year in the title and successful completion of the probationary period, the employee will receive a salary increase to $105,657.00.

See below for additional benefits.

SUMMARY:

Under direction of the Department Director or Designee, this position is responsible for supervising staff and completing evaluations to ensure caseload coverage related to assessments and treatment. Assists in ensuring that effective and appropriate services are provided to the Court, and to its clientele per funding/accreditation standards, and contributes to program development and service enhancement within the Court system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Staff Supervision & Training: Identifying and assigning work, communicate operational goals and expectations, conduct performance reviews, provide training, and implement corrective actions. Supervise and train staff to ensure timely and accurate completion of specialized assessments.
• Direct Service & Caseload Management: Provide psycho-diagnostic evaluations, treatment, crisis intervention and other direct services as needed to ensure caseload coverage.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate case records and statistical data.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Conduct audits, assesses service needs, monitor service delivery, and develop quality improvement plans to maintain compliance with funding and accreditation standards.
• Program Development & Consultation: Contribute to strategic planning, develop new programs, serve as a consultant on research projects, represents the Court on committees and boards as assigned.
• Policy & Procedure Implementation: Implement and ensure staff adherence to Court, Clinic, outside agencies and relevant standards, policies, and procedures. Assists with the identification and evaluation of needs and the development and implementation of policies, procedures and programs, making recommendations as appropriate
• Community Collaboration: Coordinate with community professionals and provide families with referrals to appropriate resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Psychology; fully licensed psychologist in the State of Michigan.
• Current Michigan Licensed Psychologist (LP) in good standing.
• Five (5) years of experience providing psycho-diagnostic assessments and/or mediation services of both children and adults.
• Experience with supervision and/or program coordination.
• Proficient using MS Office Suite and relevant software and systems.
• If an employee drives on behalf of the Court, the employee must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license, no fault insurance and access to a vehicle to use in the performance of assigned duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Expertise in psychological testing and assessment.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in high-stress situations.
• Knowledge of community resources and Court procedures.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to work with individuals under duress.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standard office environment with potential for field assignments.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of criminal and IV-D background check, fingerprinting and rechecks.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the title. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. Specific job duties vary from position to position.

Grant funded positions are contingent on availability of grant funding and may be terminated should funding substantially reduce or cease. The affected employee may be considered as a candidate for other vacant positions within the Court for which they are qualified.