Psychologist, Dev Disabilities

Psychologist, Development Disabilities – The Guidance Center

The Guidance Center, a recognized leader in our field, provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 15,000 people annually. The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming place for everyone.

This position comes with a $3,000 sign-on bonus. We have a market-based compensation structure. The estimated salary for this position will vary based on a candidate's transferable work experience and qualifications. The pay is just one component of total compensation, including a comprehensive benefit package of affordable medical plans, employer-paid dental, vision and long-term disability, 401(k) with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and free license supervision.

The Psychologist is responsible for psychological evaluations of people receiving services, including administration and interpretation of psychometric instruments while providing direct services. The psychologist also develops treatment goals, case service plans per Person-Centered Planning, comprehensive assessments, individual counseling, parent training, behavior modification plans, and crisis intervention. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, with an additional 4 hours per week after 5pm.

Actual hours may be adjusted due to consumer needs.

• Administer psychological evaluations and complete written reports.
• Interpret evaluation results to the person and family.
• Provide consultation to staff regarding families and members.
• Provide direct counseling services to individuals and families.
• Conduct staff in-services specific to consumers served.
• Obtain, analyze, and evaluate significant data to develop reports for guardianship hearings, baseline data on current functioning levels, and determine eligibility for the Community Mental Health system.
• Complete intakes on new consumers as needed.
• Complete Integrated Biopsychosocials on assigned consumers and, when needed, on others.
• Develop and maintain written records required for professional practice per policy and procedural manual.
• Complete 24 hours of program- and position-specific training annually.
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Valid TLLP or LLP in Psychology with the State of Michigan.
• At least eight (8) months experience in intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• At least one year experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors and their families.
• Obtain Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and Children’s Mental Health Professional (CMHP) credentials within 120 days of hire.
• MDHHS Central Registry and Police clearance.
• Experience with testing instruments including WAIS, WISC, Vineland, ADOS, and ADIR preferred.
• Nonjudgmental approach reflecting cultural competency and sensitivity; ability to engage families, collaborate with other providers, effective interpersonal communication; assess and intervene within complex family and community systems; willingness to be flexible, patient, and creative.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Health Care Provider

Industries:
Mental Health Care