Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH)
Psychologist IV
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH), Taunton, Massachusetts, us, 02780
Overview
Taunton State Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for a Full Time Psychologist IV. The Psychologist IV functions as a member of a clinical team, develops incentive-based behavioral management programs, provides therapy, assessment, and psychological testing on a referral basis, consults to other staff on psychological issues, and performs related work as required. Responsible for psychology services, assuring that patient needs for psychological services are met by organizing, coordinating services, improving program performance and providing supervision/consultation to staff and trainees. Psychologist IVs supervise and perform admission assessments, risk screenings, specialized clinical risk assessments and diagnostic evaluations including psychological testing when indicated. They are responsible for risk assessments, treatment planning, positive behavior support plan development, consultation with interdisciplinary colleagues, and individual and group therapy. Psychologist IVs practice based on their MA Psychologist License and maintain all of the professional requirements associated. Psychologist IVs may be assigned to supervise as well as manage the services of Psychologist IIIs, Psychologist IIs, post-doctoral staff, doctoral interns, practicum students or other designated interdisciplinary staff/students. Note: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week on the day shift. The hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Days off are Sunday and Saturday. Duties and Responsibilities
Designs and implements incentive-based behavior management programs in collaboration with the patient and the treatment team to improve day-to-day functioning, reinforce coping skills, and increase openness to new learning according to TSH protocols and Psychology practice standards. Collaborates within a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, rehabilitation specialists, nursing staff, and community representatives. Performs risk assessment and psychological testing functions, implementing DMH’s risk screening tools per policy, including initial and interval psychological assessments. Performs psycho-diagnostic assessments of the mental condition of patients by conducting intake interviews, investigating histories and evaluating overall fitness to determine the need for and type of psychological testing. Facilitates psycho-diagnostic evaluations by arranging testing and counseling, administering and scoring psychological and educational tests, and interpreting results to aid in diagnosis and treatment. Provides counseling and psychotherapy to groups, families, and individuals, documenting treatment in accordance with CMS guidelines. Participates in the development of treatment plans by presenting cases to multi-disciplinary teams, evaluating evidence, and recommending goals and modalities to create plans suited to the patient. Facilitates in-service training by planning and delivering programs for trainees and staff to ensure effective provision of services. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care addressing age-related and cultural needs of clients served. Engages in hospital training as needed and meets all training responsibilities for DMH licensure. Performs administrative tasks as requested by hospital leadership and the Director of the Psychology Department. Provides quality supervision and education to assigned post-doctoral staff, doctoral interns, advanced practicum students, and other trainees when assigned. Performs other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications
Inpatient experience providing recovery-oriented, person-centered psychology services including risk assessment for people with mental illness. Knowledge and experience with forensic evaluation processes and interest in working with inpatients committed by courts for forensic evaluations. Skill in crisis intervention and delivery of individual and group treatment for people with serious mental illness and acute substance abuse problems. Travel may be required depending on assignment; must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator’s license or equivalent. Bilingual or multilingual fluency may be required based on assignment. License and Certification Requirements
Current and valid registration as a Psychologist with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology. Additional Information
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate prior to hire as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. For more information, visit the Massachusetts CORI information page. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Information provided by the selected candidate is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require ADA accommodation during the application/interview process, please complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For questions regarding this requisition, contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at (800) 510-4122, Option 4. Qualifications
First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Doctorate in Psychology from a school accredited by the American Psychological Association. At least three years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) professional experience as a Licensed Psychologist in a recognized agency, including at least one year of 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. Eligibility for Designated Forensic Psychologist as applicable. Travel may be required; must have a valid MA driver’s license or equivalent. Salary placement is determined by experience and education, within the internal compensation structure. For bargaining unit positions, salary is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Equal Opportunity Employer statement available. 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 law.
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Taunton State Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for a Full Time Psychologist IV. The Psychologist IV functions as a member of a clinical team, develops incentive-based behavioral management programs, provides therapy, assessment, and psychological testing on a referral basis, consults to other staff on psychological issues, and performs related work as required. Responsible for psychology services, assuring that patient needs for psychological services are met by organizing, coordinating services, improving program performance and providing supervision/consultation to staff and trainees. Psychologist IVs supervise and perform admission assessments, risk screenings, specialized clinical risk assessments and diagnostic evaluations including psychological testing when indicated. They are responsible for risk assessments, treatment planning, positive behavior support plan development, consultation with interdisciplinary colleagues, and individual and group therapy. Psychologist IVs practice based on their MA Psychologist License and maintain all of the professional requirements associated. Psychologist IVs may be assigned to supervise as well as manage the services of Psychologist IIIs, Psychologist IIs, post-doctoral staff, doctoral interns, practicum students or other designated interdisciplinary staff/students. Note: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week on the day shift. The hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Days off are Sunday and Saturday. Duties and Responsibilities
Designs and implements incentive-based behavior management programs in collaboration with the patient and the treatment team to improve day-to-day functioning, reinforce coping skills, and increase openness to new learning according to TSH protocols and Psychology practice standards. Collaborates within a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, rehabilitation specialists, nursing staff, and community representatives. Performs risk assessment and psychological testing functions, implementing DMH’s risk screening tools per policy, including initial and interval psychological assessments. Performs psycho-diagnostic assessments of the mental condition of patients by conducting intake interviews, investigating histories and evaluating overall fitness to determine the need for and type of psychological testing. Facilitates psycho-diagnostic evaluations by arranging testing and counseling, administering and scoring psychological and educational tests, and interpreting results to aid in diagnosis and treatment. Provides counseling and psychotherapy to groups, families, and individuals, documenting treatment in accordance with CMS guidelines. Participates in the development of treatment plans by presenting cases to multi-disciplinary teams, evaluating evidence, and recommending goals and modalities to create plans suited to the patient. Facilitates in-service training by planning and delivering programs for trainees and staff to ensure effective provision of services. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care addressing age-related and cultural needs of clients served. Engages in hospital training as needed and meets all training responsibilities for DMH licensure. Performs administrative tasks as requested by hospital leadership and the Director of the Psychology Department. Provides quality supervision and education to assigned post-doctoral staff, doctoral interns, advanced practicum students, and other trainees when assigned. Performs other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications
Inpatient experience providing recovery-oriented, person-centered psychology services including risk assessment for people with mental illness. Knowledge and experience with forensic evaluation processes and interest in working with inpatients committed by courts for forensic evaluations. Skill in crisis intervention and delivery of individual and group treatment for people with serious mental illness and acute substance abuse problems. Travel may be required depending on assignment; must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator’s license or equivalent. Bilingual or multilingual fluency may be required based on assignment. License and Certification Requirements
Current and valid registration as a Psychologist with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology. Additional Information
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate prior to hire as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. For more information, visit the Massachusetts CORI information page. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Information provided by the selected candidate is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require ADA accommodation during the application/interview process, please complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For questions regarding this requisition, contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at (800) 510-4122, Option 4. Qualifications
First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Doctorate in Psychology from a school accredited by the American Psychological Association. At least three years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) professional experience as a Licensed Psychologist in a recognized agency, including at least one year of 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. Eligibility for Designated Forensic Psychologist as applicable. Travel may be required; must have a valid MA driver’s license or equivalent. Salary placement is determined by experience and education, within the internal compensation structure. For bargaining unit positions, salary is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Equal Opportunity Employer statement available. 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 law.
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