Eligibility Psychologist

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provides formal training and clinical oversight to Eligibility Team Generalist and Supervisor on the use and interpretation of standardized Adaptive Behavior Scales and instruments.
• Reviews all historical records and reports, including summaries prepared by Eligibility Generalists to determine the need for new assessments of intellectual and adaptive behavior functioning.
• Participates in and/or chairs case review meetings where data related to eligibility is reviewed by all members of the Regional Eligibility Team and facilitates discussion of eligibility status of applicant.
• Maintains knowledge of professional developments in the fields of psychological assessments, diagnosis of developmental disabilities and related subjects.
• Write necessary reports and performs analyses of patterns and trends regarding eligibility applications and determinations ad directed.
• Works collaboratively with Regional Nursing Home Specialist on determination of eligibility for Nursing Facility candidates and performs related duties as required.

Qualifications Require 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

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

Schedule: This is a full-time position. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program/area office.

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

• Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

• Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search: https:cppdmass.gov
• Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

​​​​​​​ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

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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.