Licensed Psychologist

Responsibilities Assess individuals in 3‑4 IRAs in Monroe County and develop appropriate interventions: Behavior Support Plans, Medication Monitoring Plans, Behavioral Guidelines, Functional Behavior Assessments, Risk Assessments, and Risk Management Plans. Provide staff at group homes and day programs with training on implementation of interventions and related data collection. Provide assessments, counseling and specialized therapy to individuals on caseload as needed. Provide strategies to staff to teach replacement behaviors to improve individuals’ skill levels. Participate in psychiatric consults, consultations with clinical experts, life plans and QLR meetings. Ensure compliance with NYS 633.16 Person‑Centered Behavioral Intervention. Participate in psychology department activities and agency committees as requested. Assist the Chief or Principal Psychologist in providing clinical supervision or fulfilling other administrative tasks. May teach new employee orientation classes on psychology‑related topics. Serve as a psychological examiner for evaluations requiring a licensed practitioner (competency, surrogate decision making, involuntary admission, etc.). Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be licensed and currently registered by New York State as a Licensed Psychologist. Benefits Paid holidays – 13 days per year. Paid vacation leave – 13 days initially. Paid personal leave – 5 days per year. Paid sick leave – 13 days per year (may carry over). Professional leave – up to 3 days per year for professional development. Health care coverage for employees and eligible dependents; family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay. Participation in NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional development and tuition assistance. Public Service Loan Forgiveness information. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Life insurance and disability insurance. Other savings and benefits (e.g., U.S. Savings Bond, College Savings Plan, Health Care Spending Account, Dependent Care Advantage Account). Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Statement OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We welcome applicants who bring diverse education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, and other characteristics. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr