Psychologist (Licensed) - Evaluation & Treatment Center

OLV Human Services•Lackawanna, NY

16h

About The Position

Empower children. Support families. Make a difference. Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you enjoy working closely with families to bring out the best in every child? We’re looking for a dedicated Psychologist to join our team! Learn more about the Evaluation & Treatment Center: https://www.olvhs.org/etc

Requirements

Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to lead others
Strong behavioral observation skills
Good time management
Natural ability to connect with children and parents
Graduate degree, Licensed Psychologist
At least 5 years’ experience in performing cognitive and educational evaluations, scoring and interpreting results, and developing individualized recommendations to support performance in schools, in the home, and in the workplace
Strong clinical skills in differential diagnosis and research-based treatment of language/learning abilities and disabilities in children and adolescents
Board Certified Licensed Psychologist
NYS Driver’s License
New Hire Orientation
Training to maintain licensure

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with autism or developmental differences preferred

Responsibilities

Directly supervises the evaluation staff; approves time off request, approves timesheets and conducts performance reviews.
Collaborates with Human Resources to Interview/Hire/Train appropriate evaluation staff to maintain a high quality and effective team.
Effectively resolves problems related to the management of the center and/or seeks appropriate assistance from the Chief Officer, Clinical Services, Healthcare Administrator, Medical Director and/or Human Resources.
Oversees referrals, admissions and marketing to ensure census is maintained and grows.
Communicates with and assists the Administrator and/or Finance Office staff with any billing/payment /benefit issues and ensures adequate budget development and budget adherence.
Oversees best use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR), including effective reporting, regular auditing and continuous quality improvement of documentation.
Administers and scores assessments and tests with a high level of reliability
Complete written summaries of test/evaluation results to be reviewed by referring clinicians and physicians
Seek consultation for cases where validity might be impacted
Conduct interviews and assessments and complete written summaries in a timely fashion
Collaborate with other clinicians for testing results and recommendations
Complete reporting of findings using the prescribed template
Within areas of responsibility, ensure adherence to clinical and operational best practices, internal and external policies, procedures, ethical standards, laws, regulations, contract provisions, standards, accreditation requirements, and the organization's corporate compliance plan
Assist with problem-solving to improve efficiencies within the diagnostic team
Portray a positive attitude and maintain a patient and staff satisfaction level that limits adverse situations or complaints
Attend trainings and programs related to this role
Program development to include writing/submitting grant applications and/or other initiatives.
Provides leadership on Agency committees, as assigned.
Complies with all federal and state regulations and agency policies pertaining to HIPAA, false claims, whistleblower policies and all others.
Responsible for reporting and monitoring provider’s productivity weekly.
Performs other duties and assumes other leadership responsibilities as may be assigned by the Chief Officer, Clinical Services and/or Medical Director.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid holidays
Qualifying Non-For-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Health, dental (free options!) & vision insurance options
Paid Employer sponsored life insurance.
Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance
Up to $600 every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse also completes
Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement
Take advantage of our Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services while working
Employee referral program
Much more!