DSHS DDA Psychology Associate
DSHS DDA Psychology Associate
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$ 82512 - 110940
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If you have a passion for serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities we have an amazing opportunity for you to join our team atLakeland Village Residential Habilitation Center as a Psychology Associate.
Our approach and dedicated team of professionals place us at the forefront of a needed and growing specialty. Our team is empowering our clients to promote independence and potential for community placement. Youll enjoy the variety of clients residing in our Intermediate Care and Nursing Facility and the unique cases that youll experience to grow your expertise in psychology.
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Some of what youll do- Function as the Primary Psychology Associate for assigned cottage caseloads and function as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team
- Assess develop coordinate implement and direct behavioral/psychological programs for Intellectually disabled and dually diagnosed individuals to maximize adaptive and appropriate behaviors and minimize the frequency/intensity of maladaptive behaviors
- Participate in quarterly medication reviews both formal and informal behavior programs/interventions to address identified behavior needs for intellectual disabilities
- Train staff to implement positive behavior support plan techniques and all aspects of resident programming
- Assure compliance with federal state and our administrations regulations and laws
- Will receive supervision in working successfully with residents within a residential habilitative center while concurrently nurturing clinical supervisory and leadership skills.
What were looking for- Experience working with individuals living with intellectual disabilities and dually diagnosed clients preferred
- Collegial affable and broadminded team member open tolearning and personal growth
- Ability to intervene with individuals families and team members in a constructive problemsolving process
- Skill in planning developing and implementing effective behavioral intervention strategies
- Mastery of utilization of evidencebased best practices in behavioral/clinical programming
- Ability to generate quarterly and yearly behavioral reports and summaries from direct observation and rounding on cottages
- Ability to work with and synthesize behavioral programming and data that makes meaningful changes in the residents lives
- Ability to synthesize monthly behavioral data and communicate changes as needed to the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team
- Must be able to effectively communicate with management peers clients and the public
Who should apply- A masters or doctoral degree in Psychology Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution of higher education
- Two years of postmaster/postdoctorate degree experience in the field of Psychology supervised by a masters or doctorallevel clinician is preferred
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst preferred
- Professionals with the ability to communicate effectively with management peers residents and the public as required to carry out the assigned duties of the position
How to apply
Please fill out an online application and include:- Current Resume
- Cover Letter of interest
- 3 professional references with current contact information
QuestionsPlease contact and reference job number 02598.
The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging common purpose shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agencys vision that you bring an equity antiracism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve including Black Indigenous and People of Color people with physical behavioral health and intellectual disabilities elders LGBTQIA individuals immigrants and refugees and families building financial security.Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid drivers license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
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Employment Type
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