Psychological Services Specialist

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Psychological Services Specialist (PSS) provides consultation services to Bedford Center & Mt. Diablo Center staff for at least 6 hours per month. The PSS must be familiar with and adhere to all Title 22 ADHC regulations. The Mt. Diablo Center serves multi-cultural participants and the PSS must be sensitive to these cultures, customs and diversities and effectively use program translators as needed for communication and assessments. The PSS works as a member of the Choice in Aging team to meet our mission to provide the services needed for frail elderly and disabled adults to remain independent and retain their dignity while engaging in an active social life. Essential Functions Tailor and communicate all training to address the needs of the employee population, which includes but is not limited to all educational levels and experience and those that speak English as a second language. Create and provide three hours of training per month to Mt. Diablo Center staff pertaining to: Participants diagnoses or medical history. Participants mental, emotional or behavior problems. Information from the participants family regarding metal, emotional or behavioral problems. Observations, issues or concerned brought up by center staff, pertaining to participants in our programs. Train staff on team techniques such as group socialization activities, which restore or expand normal social roles, individual and group therapies in various forms such as reality orientation, art and music therapy, and psycho-social drama. Educate staff on specialized techniques and mental health treatments. All other duties assigned by supervisor. Minimum Qualifications Must have a current active license and be in good standing as eithe a psychiatrist, clinical psychologist, psychiatric/clinical social worker from an accredited school. Minimum of three years of practice in a health setting, serving the disabled or elderly. Public Health and or mental health experience is preferred. Computer knowledge of Microsoft Word. Vaccination Requirements Full COVID-19 vaccination and booster(s) required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Choice-in-Aging-2