What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist START- Crisis Services position at Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc.?
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Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy.
Position Overview
NYSTART (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment)works collaboratively with the system of support to improve thelives of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-existing behavioral health needs/mental health concerns. Under the supervision of the CSIDD/START Director, the Licensed Psychologist’s primary responsibilities will be based on clinical needs and include the below essential functions:
Essential Job Functions
All team members are expected to represent the core values of the organization, outlined below, at all times.
Integrity...we expect the conduct of all team members in the FREE network to be rooted in transparency and honesty and to be consistent with our stated values.
Diversity...we believe in the dignity and worth of all people. We strive to foster an appreciation of, and respect for, the differences among all of us that enrich the world.
Responsiveness...we commit to striving to meet to the needs of the people we support, valued team members and the unmet needs of the community.
Quality...we support people to plan, choose, and contribute to their personal outcomes and to live a rewarding life based on their individual choices and preferences.
Stewardship...we recognize our responsibility in managing the resources of the FREE network responsibly, effectively, and efficiently.
Innovation...together, we find creative solutions to take advantage of opportunities and meet challenges while celebrating our collective accomplishments.
Interdependence...we pledge to promote a collaborative environment driven and enabled by a dedicated team of professionals. WE is more powerful than YOU or I.
FREE is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, FREE complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all of its locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises’ affirmative action efforts related to protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are set out and described in our affirmative action plan for protected veterans and individuals with a disability. If you have any questions or would like to view the affirmative action plan, please visit our website www.familyres.org
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy.
Position Overview
NYSTART (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment)works collaboratively with the system of support to improve thelives of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-existing behavioral health needs/mental health concerns. Under the supervision of the CSIDD/START Director, the Licensed Psychologist’s primary responsibilities will be based on clinical needs and include the below essential functions:
Essential Job Functions
- Review and sign off on clinical documents as needed, ensuring clinical quality and continuity throughout START service documentation. This will include review of START action plans, crisis plans (CSCPIP), CSE (Comprehensive Service Evaluations) and CET (Clinical Education Team) documents.
- Clinical consultation with team members
- Review of psychological evaluations
- Clinical trainings for internal and external stakeholders
- Clinical consultation for the team at the Resource Center
- Supervision of START Clinical Director
- Always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community
- Complete all required trainings and stay in compliance
- Maintain the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals and employees of the organization
- Other duties as assigned
- Doctorate Degree in Psychology
- Licensed by the state’s /province’s board
- Minimum of 5 years clinical experience working with IDD/MI population
- Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Employee is required to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
All team members are expected to represent the core values of the organization, outlined below, at all times.
Integrity...we expect the conduct of all team members in the FREE network to be rooted in transparency and honesty and to be consistent with our stated values.
Diversity...we believe in the dignity and worth of all people. We strive to foster an appreciation of, and respect for, the differences among all of us that enrich the world.
Responsiveness...we commit to striving to meet to the needs of the people we support, valued team members and the unmet needs of the community.
Quality...we support people to plan, choose, and contribute to their personal outcomes and to live a rewarding life based on their individual choices and preferences.
Stewardship...we recognize our responsibility in managing the resources of the FREE network responsibly, effectively, and efficiently.
Innovation...together, we find creative solutions to take advantage of opportunities and meet challenges while celebrating our collective accomplishments.
Interdependence...we pledge to promote a collaborative environment driven and enabled by a dedicated team of professionals. WE is more powerful than YOU or I.
FREE is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, FREE complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all of its locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises’ affirmative action efforts related to protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are set out and described in our affirmative action plan for protected veterans and individuals with a disability. If you have any questions or would like to view the affirmative action plan, please visit our website www.familyres.org
