Psychologist IV

Description

SUMMARY :

Under direction of the Department Director or Designee, this position is responsible for supervising staff and completing evaluations to ensure caseload coverage related to specialized assessments. Assists in ensuring that effective and appropriate services are provided to the Court, and to its clientele per funding / accreditation standards. Employees in this title are expected to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Ensures compliance with funding and accreditation sources by completing audits and reviews, co-chairs committees, monitors the quality of service delivery; assists with the development of quality improvement plans.
• Ensures high quality and timely completion of specialized assessment cases by training and supervising staff.
• Ensures caseload coverage by providing various direct service activities as assigned. This includes but not limited to psycho-diagnostic evaluations, treatment, and crisis intervention.
• Contributes to short and long-term planning and development activities by recommending changes or additions to policies and procedures and preparing drafts of written guidelines as assigned. Assesses service needs and develops new programming which improves and / or expands service delivery. Represents the Court on committees and boards as assigned.
• Assists in the enhancement and expansion of the Court's delivery of services by serving as a consultant on research projects and program development and implementation.
• Ensures staff complies with Court, Clinic, CMH, Medicaid, Child Care Fund, CARF, standards, policies and procedures.
• Assists with the implementation of plans or agreements by providing families with referrals to appropriate resources and coordinating with other professionals in the community.
• Ensures necessary documentation of case activities by maintaining current case records and completing statistical records as assigned.
• Assists with the identification and evaluation of needs and the development and implementation of policies, procedures and programs, making recommendations as appropriate.
• Meets as needed with reporting staff regarding operational goals, status changes and other pertinent information.
• Supervises reporting staff by identifying and assigning work, documenting work performance metrics and communicating work performance expectations, establishing professional development plans, providing training, implementing corrective actions plans, approving time, assuring appropriate staffing coverage, conducting periodic performance reviews, acknowledging accomplishments, providing assistance, and issuing discipline.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the title. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. Specific job duties vary from position to position.

Grant funded positions are contingent on availability of grant funding and may be terminated should funding substantially reduce or cease. The affected employee may be considered as a candidate for other vacant positions within the Court for which they are qualified.

Notes :

08 / 20 / 2015 Updated for content and format

05 / 05 / 2016 Updated for content

08 / 21 / 2017 Updated for content and format

03 / 07 / 2024 Updated for content

02 / 05 / 2025 Updated for content

Requirements

In addition to wages, retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision benefits, the Court offers generous vacation time and has an extensive holiday schedule that includes paid end-of-year shut down. Additionally, employees of the Court may be eligible for forgiveness of their student loans under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. More importantly, if you are service-oriented and have an interest in work that is closely connected to the community, employees of the Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan are rewarded with the satisfaction of participating in the provision of justice in Michigan's largest, most populous county.

ELIGIBILITY : This examination is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications. A person may not participate in an open competitive examination for the same title until ninety (90) days have passed since they last took the examination.

SELECTION : Applications will be screened for compliance with eligibility requirements and minimum qualifications. Selection will be based on appropriate job-related criteria. Applicants who achieve a passing score on each portion of the screening process shall be placed on the eligibility list.

NOTE : Information provided on application forms and subsequent verification thereof may be used to determine applicant's qualifications for this position . Incomplete or illegible applications will not be considered . Faxed or emailed applications are not acceptable .

SCREENING EXAMINATION COMPONENTS AND WEIGHTS (Total 100% MAX-70% MIN)

Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications Pass / Fail

Interview 100%

APPLICATION PROCEDURE& DEADLINE :

Official application forms must be received no later than 4 : 30 p.m. on the last day of this announcement . APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IN ELECTRONIC FORM THROUGH THE COURT'S WEBSITE : www.3rdcc.org . The direct link to this site : https : / / secure6.entertimeonline.com / ta / 6051784.careers?CareersSearch

A valid email address is required to apply. Applicant will receive a confirmation after successful submission of the electronic application. An official copy of all transcripts / diplomas must be available at time of interview. Resumes may be included with the application form, but may not be substituted for it. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled, under applicable State and Federal law, to reasonable accommodations to facilitate participation in the examination process. If you will require special accommodations because of a disability, please call (313) 224-7018.

POSTING : This notice must be posted on all bulletin boards until the filing date has expired.

The Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement :

We appreciate our common connection and respect our diverse and unique human experiences. We move forward as an inclusive organization as we provide accessible and equal justice.

The Diversity and Inclusion Vision :

Diversity is inclusive. It encompasses, among other things, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, nationality, language, age, disability, marital status, parental status, military status, geographic origin and socioeconomic background.

Diversity creates greater trust and confidence in the court system and its administration of justice. It enables us to better provide exemplary public service and programs. The different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, talents and interests of judges and employees in our four divisions allow us to be a national leader in Court performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The Court is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified individuals on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, color, national origin, handicap / disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, height, weight or any other legally protected status. The prohibition against employment discrimination may extend to conduct that employees are subjected to from vendors, contractors, customers, or others who enter the workplace. Unlawful discrimination may include, but is not limited to, employment actions related to recruitment, examination, transfer, appointment, training, promotion, or the administration of employee benefits. The Court is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws that pertain to employment.