Psychologist

Psychologist IVThe Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking an experienced clinical professional to serve as the Psychologist IV for the Massachusetts Mental Health Center. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing diagnostic assessments, evaluations, and risk assessments for individuals seeking or receiving services in accordance with the DMH Risk Mitigation Policy and using standardized testing tools. They will provide individual and group counseling, therapy, psychological testing as well as develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, make referrals, and coordinate clinical services. Additional responsibilities include supervising staff, leading programs, delivering trainings, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.Required Qualifications:Ability to apply knowledge of the symptoms of mental and/or emotional disorders (including risk assessment).Current and valid registration as a Psychologist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology.Adept applying knowledge of assessment techniques including interview, psychological testing and neuropsychological testing.Capable of applying knowledge of the theory, principles and practices of psychotherapy, evidence-based practices, motivational techniques, basic behavioral analysis and principles associated with reinforcement techniques.Proficient in maintaining accurate records and managing confidential matters appropriately.Skilled in communicating effectively in writing and oral expressions and provide consultation, training, supervision.Ability to make decisions, act quickly and maintain calm in crisis situations with people who are under emotional and/or physical stress and collaborate effectively with others in group situations.Comfortable supervising others by providing orientation, practical training, professional education, direction, workload management, performance evaluation and (as needed) disciplinary action.Able to provide program leadership and to apply/explain the impact of laws, rules, regulation, policies, protocols, guidelines, etc. on program operations.Knowledge of the ethical principles, and standards of practice of the Professional Psychologist treating individuals with serious mental illness.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of policies, procedures, standards, rules and regulations governing assigned agencies.Familiarity of the types and availability of public or private resources for providing quality care.Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed by the agency.About the Massachusetts Mental Health Center: The Massachusetts Mental Health Center (MMHC) is a psychiatric facility at 74 Fenwood Road in the Longwood Medical area of Boston, Massachusetts. In its new state of the art facility, MMHC offers a vast range of community mental health services and remains one of the most successful and academic community mental health programs in the country.DMH Mission Statement: The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research.Pre-Offer Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io Ext. #4.