Psychological Assessment Specialist SUBS

I) Job Purpose

To provide appropriate and impartial assessments and endorsements with written documentation that determine current functioning and eligibility of individuals seeking Intellectual Developmental Disorders (IDD) services at MHMRTC in accordance with agency policies, operating procedures and applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.

II) Essential Functions

A) Provides Determination of Intellectual Disability (DID) eligibility assessments for individuals who seek IDD services through MHMR or are being considered for guardianship for assisted decision-making. Complete required documentation including DID report, associated forms, and cover letter.

B) Provide off site DID assessments as needed in hospitals, jails, nursing homes and community.

C) Performs Determination of Intellectual Disability (DID) eligibility assessments based upon Intellectual Disability (ID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Related Condition (RC) including but not limited to administration of intellectual measure and adaptive skill measure, such as the Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP).

D) Participates in MHMR of Tarrant and community-based committees as requested or assigned.

E) Provides testimony for the hearing officers and the courts regarding results of DID assessments and Endorsements conducted.

F) Maintains standards for professional development and licensure as set by the Tx State Board of Examiners of Psychologist and other applicable credentialing bodies and completes required MHMR professional development as assigned.

G) Performance standards are performed as applicable with MHMR’s We CARE values “We Connect People in Our Community. We Provide Access to Services. We Link People to Resources. We Empower People.”

H) Performs other job duties or responsibilities as requested or assigned.

III) Knowledge of Laws, Regulations, Policies/Procedures, Skills, and Abilities

A) Working knowledge of QAIS/Person Directed Planning, particularly in the areas of client rights, abuse, safety, and health.

B) MHMRTC policies and operating procedures

C) Complete/pass required MHMRTC training within 60 calendar days of hire.

D) Graduate-level training and practicum experience in individual psychological assessment

E) Ability to administer and interpret individual psychological test and measures, using standardized administration procedures.

F) State Board of Examiners of Psychological Rules of Practice

G) Knowledge of applicable Texas Administrative Codes and policies from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission

H) Knowledge of the most current version of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

IV) Internal & External Customer Service

A) This position requires extensive internal and external contacts with community resources and organizations, clients, families, auditors, ect. of diverse backgrounds.

V) Travel

A) Adhere to MHMR Mileage and Travel reimbursement policy and any other aspect regarding travel.

B) This position requires travel within Tarrant County weekly. Statewide travel may be required 1-2 times per year. Travel out of Tarrant County could be overnight.

VI) Equipment Used

A) Utilized as required for position.  

Job Requirements:

VII) Minimum Qualifications

A) Minimum Education: Master’s Degree

B) Defined Education: Psychology, Counseling

C) Preferences: None

D) Substitutions: None

E) Years’ Experience: Two (2) years

F) Defined Experience: In intellectual and developmental disabilities (may be internship)

G) License/Certifications: LPA, LSSP

H) Special Courses: None

I) Supervisory Experience: None