The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) would like to announce the availability of a full-time Psychologist III. The Psychologist III works within the Commonwealth Community Services Program in the Central/West Region. The Central/West State Operated Program is the largest state operated residential and habilitative services and supports provider in the Commonwealth and is comprised of over 90 homes that are located throughout the Central West region of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). Candidates with Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) accreditation are strongly preferred. _Duties and Responsibilities_/ (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive)//: / This position has many critical functions vital to ensuring the well-being of the residents we serve including, but not limited to, completing functional behavior assessments (FBA) and interpreting and incorporating assessment results into recommendations to enhance established or newly created behavioral treatment strategies. Incumbents within this role will develop, train, implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral treatment(s) in concert with psychopharmacological and occupational therapeutic interventions. The successful candidate will have a strong background supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Employees within this title must be able to work collaboratively with multiple interdisciplinary teams which include legal guardians and other family members as well as other stake holders and must be able to provide hands-on support, direction, and assessment during periods of crisis as well as providing role modeling and teaching for direct care providers. The selected candidate will honor all DDS regulations which includes embracing Applied Behavioral Analysis as the foundation of a Positive Behavioral Supports (PBS) paradigm as well as to define, codify, direct collection of, and analyze data to improve delivered supports and quality of life for all individuals served. _Please Note:_ This position is located in the Templeton Community Services Program, based out of Baldwinville, MA. This is a full-time, 40 hour a week position, working Monday through Friday on the day shift. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the program. /Although, this position is based in Baldwinvlle, the homes that are assigned to this position are located throughout Central MA. Therefore, moderate travel to attend meetings and other off-site locations is required. / _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. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds _Pre-Offer Process:_ 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. * Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: * Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry * Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori * National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. * https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For technical help with Mass/Careers/, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at _617-979-8500_ for assistance. For questions concerning the information in this requisition, please contact Human Resources at800-510-4122, Option 4. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have a Doctorate in Psychology from a school accredited by the American Psychological Association. See Special Requirements, below. Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a Licensed Psychologist in the application of psychological principles and techniques in a recognized agency providing psychological services or treatment. Special Requirements: Current and valid registration as a Psychologist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology. Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! 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 Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. 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. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Medical Services* *Organization: Department of Developmental Services *Title: *Licensed Psychologist III Location: Massachusetts-Baldwinville -184 Freight Shed Requisition ID: 240004IJ