Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 06/23/15
Applications Due: 07/07/15
Vacancy ID: 21918
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of
TitlePsychologist 2
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $67703 to $85635 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Rensselaer
Street Address Capital View Office Park-DJJOY/BBHS
52 Washington Ave
City Rensselaer
StateNY
Zip Code12144
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Reachable for appointment from the current Civil Service eligible list; OR
Permanent New York State employee eligible for lateral transfer; or in a comparable title and eligible for Section 70.1 transfer; OR
A Master’s degree in psychology that includes a psychology practicum or externship which prepares graduates for master’s level psychologist positions and two years of supervised post master’s degree experience in a clinical or community mental health setting providing primarily psychological services.
Qualifying experience must primarily include performing diagnostic psychological evaluations or assessment tests, developing and writing psychological treatment plans, providing psychological counseling and treatment in one or more of the following areas: mental and/or emotional disorders, cognitive disorders, behavioral disorders, developmental disabilities, alcoholism, addictions, sex offender assessment and treatment, or forensic mental health.
Duties Description The Bureau of Behavioral Health Services is seeking an expert in the area of neurodevelopmental disorders with extensive psychological testing experience and familiarity with program development for people with developmental/intellectual disabilities. The position requires the ability to interpret psychological testing results in order to support development of individualized services for youth identified with developmental/intellectual disabilities. In addition, identifying appropriate resources in facility and in the community for youth placed with Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth is an essential part of the position. The identified candidate will provide consultation and trainings to facilities regarding the provision of services for youth with developmental/intellectual disabilities and will advocate for the services both while in placement and in the community.
Duties include:
Completing psychological evaluations when necessary
Development and oversight of treatment plans for youth with developmental/intellectual disabilities
Provide technical assistance and training to program staff
Support referrals to appropriate settings for youth with developmental/ intellectual disabilities
Maintain records and write reports.
Participate in team meetings.
Additional duties will be discussed during the interview.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Telephone 518-473-7936
Fax 518-474-0017
Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
Street Bureau of Personnel, EOA # 15-273 JAF
52 Washington Street, 231 North
City Rensselaer
State NY
Zip Code 12144
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should send a resume and cover letter giving the Title, Location, and EOA Number of the position being applied for. Please provide your email address and your work, home and cell phone numbers. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.
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