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Transform Lives as a Psychologist at Northeast CMHA: Join Us in Making a Lasting Impact!

Are you a dedicated psychologist with a passion for helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve mental well-being? At Northeast CMHA, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers people to lead fulfilling lives. As a Psychologist on our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a profound impact by offering therapeutic services, conducting assessments, and providing expert guidance to clients of all ages. You’ll work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment where your expertise is valued, and your contributions can truly make a difference. If you’re looking for a meaningful career where you can use your skills to create positive change and support individuals on their journey to better mental health, Northeast CMHA is the place for you. Join us and be part of a community that’s dedicated to making a lasting impact. and help us build a brighter, healthier future!

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the clinical support team, the psychologist is responsible for the identification of behavioral and psychological strengths and weaknesses; the development of habilitative plans to increase adaptive skills; and for the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior treatment plans. May provide psychiatric emergency services that will include triage, crisis intervention and stabilization, referral for all individuals of NeMCMHA. Will function as a consultant and resource for staff working directly with individuals. Will complete periodic evaluations of cognitive and adaptive skills of individuals and develop habilitative programs which will help to meet behavioral and psychological needs of individuals served. Advise paraprofessionals and professional staff in the
implementation of approved behavioral programs, prepare reports and maintain records and assist in ensuring the behavior programs follow approved guidelines for dealing with challenging and/or maladaptive behaviors. Provides in-service training to staff, individuals, their families, and other agencies as required, Will also be responsible for evaluating individuals for guardianship and providing testimony in the Probate courts. May complete initial intake assessments to determine service eligibility.

Rate of Pay: $58,552 - $80,891.2

FLSA: Exempt/Full Time

Reports To: Access Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Master's degree in psychology from a recognized or accredited school. Completion of a clinical internship, practicum, or field work as required for licensure. Limited license (or eligible for a temporary limited license) by the State of Michigan (i.e. LLP).
Experience: Knowledge of mental illness (MI) and intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) is preferred. Knowledge of behavioral programming and of psychometric, diagnostic, and evaluative techniques. Lived experience with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders valued.
Other: Good communication skills and functional computer literacy are required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Demonstrate effective evaluation of psychological and behavioral needs to assist and support individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities or mental illness who are living and working in the community.
2. Write behavior treatment programs and monitor the implementation of programs for assigned caseload of individuals.
3. Consult and work with clinical staff, outside agencies, individuals, and their support staff, maintaining effective communication and favorable relations.
4. A standing member of the Behavior Supports Committee.
5. Evaluate individuals as requested by courts for the purpose of establishing guardianship or alternatives to guardianship and provide testimony at hearings.
6. Participates as an active member of the Children's Diagnostic and Treatment Team.
7. Will participate in the agency's emergency after hours on-call rotation.
8. Demonstrate effective case recording in accordance with Person Centered Planning, and NeMCMHA Case Recording Guidelines.
9. Demonstrates understanding of assessment and diagnosis for persons requesting Mental Health Services in accordance to the latest edition of the DSM and ICD.
10. Demonstrate an ability to provide emergent mental health services. Able to correctly triage consumers who are presenting for services.
11. Demonstrate knowledge of universal precautions, standards of practice including but not limited to confidentiality and recipient rights, and emergency protocol.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs other related duties, as required.
2. May be required travel to offices and other agency sites in the four-county area.
3. Maybe required to provide own transportation while performing agency-related duties.
4. May be requested to be involved in the Board's continuous quality improvement program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Ability to walk, bend, stand, sit, lift up to 25 lbs., with or without assistance, stretch/reach, hear, see hand/finger dexterity and drive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions in accordance with applicable laws.

NeMCMHA

Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health employs nearly 400 people across 17 accredited programs in our 4-county region. Serving residents of Alpena, Alcona, Presque Isle, and Montmorency counties since 1968, we seek to provide comprehensive services and supports that enable people to live and work independently.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Trainings
• Retirement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Supportive Team Environment
• Generous Leave Time Package
• Qualify for Loan Forgiveness
• And More...

Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender, height, weight, marital or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority is an equal opportunity employer.