What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS DDA Psychology Associate position at State of Washington?
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. You'll enjoy the variety of clients residing in our Intermediate Care and Nursing Facility and the unique cases that you'll experience to grow your expertise in psychology.
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Some of what you'll 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 administration's 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 we're looking for
- Experience working with individuals living with intellectual disabilities and dually diagnosed clients preferred
- Collegial, affable, and broad-minded team member open to learning and personal growth
- Ability to intervene with individuals, families, and team members in a constructive problem-solving process
- Skill in planning, developing, and implementing effective behavioral intervention strategies
- Mastery of utilization of evidence-based 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 resident’s 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 master's or doctoral degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution of higher education
- Two years of post-master/post-doctorate degree experience in the field of Psychology supervised by a master's or doctoral-level 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
Questions? Please contact kris.george@dshs.wa.gov 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 agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, 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.
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 applicant’s 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 driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
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