Psychologist START- Crisis Services

Position Overview
NYSTART (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment)works collaboratively with the system of support to improve thelives of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-existing behavioral health needs/mental health concerns. Under the supervision of the CSIDD/START Director, the Licensed Psychologist’s primary responsibilities will be based on clinical needs and include the below essential functions:

Essential Job Functions

Review and sign off on clinical documents as needed, ensuring clinical quality and continuity throughout START service documentation. This will include review of START action plans, crisis plans (CSCPIP), CSE (Comprehensive Service Evaluations) and CET (Clinical Education Team) documents.
Clinical consultation with team members
Review of psychological evaluations
Clinical trainings for internal and external stakeholders
Clinical consultation for the team at the Resource Center
Supervision of START Clinical Director

Duties and Responsibilities

Always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community
Complete all required trainings and stay in compliance
Maintain the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals and employees of the organization

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Qualifications

Doctorate Degree in Psychology
Licensed by the state’s /province’s board
Minimum of 5 years clinical experience working with IDD/MI population

Physical Demands

Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Employee is required to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines

FREE’s Core Values
All team members are expected to represent the core values of the organization, outlined below, at all times.
Integrity...we expect the conduct of all team members in the FREE network to be rooted in transparency and honesty and to be consistent with our stated values.
Diversity...we believe in the dignity and worth of all people. We strive to foster an appreciation of, and respect for, the differences among all of us that enrich the world.
Responsiveness...we commit to striving to meet to the needs of the people we support, valued team members and the unmet needs of the community.
Quality...we support people to plan, choose, and contribute to their personal outcomes and to live a rewarding life based on their individual choices and preferences.
Stewardship...we recognize our responsibility in managing the resources of the FREE network responsibly, effectively, and efficiently.
Innovation...together, we find creative solutions to take advantage of opportunities and meet challenges while celebrating our collective accomplishments.
Interdependence...we pledge to promote a collaborative environment driven and enabled by a dedicated team of professionals. WE is more powerful than YOU or I.