Licensed Psychologist

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The duties include but are not limited to the following: • Provide timely review and determinations of eligibility submissions.• Supervise members of the eligibility team. • Provide clinical leadership, training, support, and technical assistance to the eligibility team.• Provide clinical review and sign off on determinations for OPWDD eligibility made at first step review.• Utilize computer platforms for entry and completion of eligibility determinations (proficient computer skills including data entry, use of databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft products such as word, TEAMS, and SharePoint)• Support and monitor team compliance through evaluation of reports and data• Assist with receiving, reviewing, and processing eligibility requests.• Maintain records and documentation consistent with regulatory requirements and statewide processes.• Maintain knowledge and ensure consistent implementation of OPWDD policies and procedures. • Represent the Regional Field Office in local & statewide meetings or trainings regarding OPWDD eligibility.• Assist in the implementation of new initiatives• Collaboration, technical assistance and communication with individuals, families, Care Coordination Organizations, agencies, Local Government Units, and other community stakeholders. • Facilitate eligibility meetings as requested by individuals/families.• Prepare for and participate in Fair hearings.• Complete clinical assessments as assigned to include but not limited to MOLST requests, psychological evaluations and requests for evaluations related to forensic needs• Provide testimony in court matters as required.• Travel within region 3 will be required. • Flexibility in schedule is needed and may include evening or weekends as assigned.• Occasional travel may be required within the state.• Additional tasks/duties/projects as assigned. Linked In: #LI-JL2

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be licensed and currently registered by New York State as a Licensed Psychologist.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments LOCATION: To be Determined Vacancy cross-posted at Capital District DDSO and Hudson Valley DDSO.Please apply to the Capital District posting if interested in that location.This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title.At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.• Posted Hiring Salary for Hudson Valley DDRO includes the sum of statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 25 ($96,336), Increased hiring rate ($25,077), Geographic Pay Differential ($20,000), and Downstate adjustment ($4,000). The Geographic Pay Differential and Downstate adjustment are also applied to the posted Job Rate ($121,413).Posted Hiring Salary for Capital District DDSO includes the sum of statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 25 ($96,336), Increased hiring rate ($25,077), and Geographic Pay Differential ($20,000). The Geographic Pay Differential is also applied to the posted Job Rate ($121,413).• If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. • The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies.• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume.• All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. • If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). • If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or email [email protected] to obtain information and RA forms.• Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.• Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.• Life insurance and Disability insurance.• The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.• Paid Holidays and Leave: ° Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. ° Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. ° Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.• Health Care Coverage: Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.• Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care.• Retirement Program: Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.• Professional Development and Education and Training: NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit • OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.***All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.***

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