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The Southeast Regional Office of DDS is looking for a dynamic clinician, with significant experience in Positive Behavioral Supports (PBS), and strong organizational and interpersonal skills, for the Emergency Stabilization Program (SESP) located in Wrentham, MA. This program provides behavioral support, medication management and evaluation, medical oversight, and other therapeutic services dependent on the participant's treatment goals. This position is a key member of the Interdisciplinary Team and works on site with the program's staff and participants providing assessment, development, implementations, and monitoring of functionally based treatment planning, feedback and input in the ongoing treatment planning, and training for staff and other clinicians. Active participant in referral, intake, ongoing treatment, and transition for participants back to the community, providing summary of treatment goals and recommendations for community providers, family, and Area Office. Clinical supervision is provided by the Regional Licensed Psychologist; administrative supervision is provided by the SESP Manager.

Develop PBS plan/ protocols for accepted referrals, providing training to staff.

Develop and implement data collection systems (spreadsheets/ graphs); assess the data frequently and revise treatment as needed.

Ongoing assessment and observation provided through each stay, modifying the plan and providing additional training and feedback as needed.

SLP, etc…) Provide crisis intervention during psychiatric/ behavioral emergencies including the application of PABC de-escalation and restraint techniques as required.

Work closely with the SESP’s psychiatric provider to ensure consistency in care.

Work with the Interdisciplinary Team to monitor progress towards admission goals and to transition successfully back to the community. Prepare data and observations for IDT Review and Case Consultation.

Participate in planning for discharge, preparing a detailed discharge summary outlining recommendations for behavioral supports and strategies, recommended community therapeutic supports if needed, and summarize progress towards admission goals. Provide training to receiving staff/ family as needed and requested. Ensure that PBS/ DDS Regulatory requirements are being met.

Exercise discretion in handling confidential information.

Complies with all DDS policies and regulations.

Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of general and developmental psychology.

Knowledge of types and symptoms of psychiatric and/ or emotional disorders.

Knowledge Positive Behavior Supports and the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis and experience with their application to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Knowledge of principles and practices of psychological testing and developmental assessment.

Knowledge of methods of design and data analysis and ability to analyze, draw conclusions and make recommendations.

Knowledge of general report writing.

Ability to develop and implement treatment planning, utilizing a PBS framework.

Ability to plan, develop, and present effective training curriculum.

Ability to make decisions, act quickly, and maintain a calm demeanor in stressful and/ or emergency situations.

Master’s degree in psychology and 3 years of supervised experience using Applied Behavioral Analysis with individual with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Have at least 3 years of training, including post graduate work or formal training, and/ or experience in function based behavioral assessment and treatment.

Have at least 3 years of clinical experience in the treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities.

This position is located in the Emergency Stabilization Program in Wrentham, MA.

Full-time - 40-hour weekly position

Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Days off - Saturday and Sunday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program/area office.

About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

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Applicants must have (A) Bachelor’s degree or higher with a major in psychology or related field and at least two years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional experience in the field of mental health, education, social work, social or human services administration, counseling, rehabilitation or psychological services or treatment or (B) a Master’s degree in psychology or related field and at least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time professional experience in the field of mental health, education, social work, social or human services administration, counseling, rehabilitation or psychological services or treatment.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congurate Care Facilities. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. Medical Services

Department of Developmental Services

Full-time

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Confidential : Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No

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