Senior Field Clinician (Associate Psychologist)

Duties Description The Bureau of Technical Support (BTS) is a developing unit within the OPWDD Division of Statewide Services, established to improve the health and safety of people with developmental disabilities. The BTS accomplishes this by providing consultation, training, and professional resources to voluntary providers/programs to increase their capacity to safely and effectively serve people who have complex behavioral needs, connect them with vital community resources, and navigate system complexities that may have been impeding service provision. The work of the Senior Field Clinician, and the bureau under the Director's leadership, meets the core mission of OPWDD by addressing the 3 main priorities outlined in the Commissioner's strategic plan: 1) supporting people in the most person-centered ways, 2) strengthening the workforce, and 3) improving the service system across the state. The Senior Field Clinician will join a statewide team of clinicians to provide a full range of consultation services. The Senior Field Clinician will be responsible for their field team’s coordinated review and delivery of technical assistance using evidence-informed best practices, a trauma-informed and responsive approach, and commitment to cultural humility, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist and through duties including but not limited to: Supporting voluntary providers/programs to prevent imminent crisis through provision of case consultation, professional mentorship, training, and program monitoring. Assisting voluntary providers in their development of individualized and agency-wide strategies by synthesizing information from a variety of sources to identify a case conceptualization, root cause(s), and available resources in accordance with regulatory standards. Conducting on-site observations and engagement as indicated and directed, to enable effective consultation. Drafting consultation reports to include formal recommendations, referrals, and treatment alternatives. Development and delivery of training on clinically relevant topics. Preparing written reports and other written documentation as assigned. Providing administrative supervision to other field team specialists. Participating in committees and work groups. Travel as assigned to complete on-site observations, attend meetings, and to support bureau operations. Travel percentage is an estimated average of 60% or more; actual travel time may vary to support the needs of the bureau and division. Other duties as assigned to support bureau and divisional operations. Telecommuting to be discussed at time of interview. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS This position requires direct experience supporting people with developmental disabilities who present with complex behaviors and co-occurring mental health diagnoses. The Senior Field Clinician will be expected to understand federal and state regulations and policies that guide delivery of services, to ensure recommendations offered to voluntary providers are not only consistent with clinical best practice standards but also inclusive of regulatory requirements. Experience conducting, developing, writing, and/or reviewing clinical assessments and treatment plans, expertise in progress monitoring and data analysis, knowledge of crisis prevention and intervention strategies, and familiarity with community-based service settings is preferred. LinkedIn: Minimum Qualifications This position requires direct experience supporting people with developmental disabilities who present with complex behaviors and co-occurring mental health diagnoses. The Senior Field Clinician will be expected to understand federal and state regulations and policies that guide delivery of services, to ensure recommendations offered to voluntary providers are not only consistent with clinical best practice standards but also inclusive of regulatory requirements. Experience conducting, developing, writing, and/or reviewing clinical assessments and treatment plans, expertise in progress monitoring and data analysis, knowledge of crisis prevention and intervention strategies, and familiarity with community-based service settings is preferred. Open Competitive: A doctoral degree in psychology and one year of experience under the supervision of a licensed psychologist in a clinical setting. A doctoral degree in a clinical field of psychology (see notes below); AND EITHER a one-year, full-time pre-doctoral clinical internship OR one year of psychology experience in a clinical setting, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. You must demonstrate how you meet this qualification. Notes: Non-qualifying degree majors include, but are not limited to the following: education, educational psychology, transpersonal psychology, educational counseling, guidance counseling, experimental psychology, industrial psychology, psychometrics, organizational psychology, student and personnel services, mental health counseling, pastoral psychology, human relations, etc. Psychology experience in a clinical setting is considered to be any direct care experience with individuals, families, or groups in a hospital, clinic, facility, private practice, or correctional setting under the supervision of a Licensed Psychologist. Qualifying experience must primarily include performing psychological evaluations or assessment tests, psychological diagnostic testing, developing psychological treatment plans, providing psychological counseling and treatment in one or more of the following areas: mental and/or emotional disorders, developmental disabilities, alcoholism, addictions, sex offender assessment and treatment, or forensic mental health. The following experience is NOT considered qualifying: Experience in administration, administrative services, administrative oversight, training, special education, behavior specialist, habilitation specialist, project management, research, or primarily supervisory experience. Other non-qualifying experience includes, but is not limited to, experience in experimental psychology, research psychology, industrial psychology, organizational psychology, utilization review, guidance counseling, etc. Additional Comments At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status. Posted Hiring Salary includes the sum of statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 23 ($86,681) and Downstate Adjustment ($4,000). The Downstate adjustment is also added to the job rate ($109,650). If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. 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Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs. Life insurance and Disability insurance. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. Paid Holidays and Leave: Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. Health Care Coverage: Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care. Retirement Program: Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation. Professional Development and Education and Training: NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities