Licensed Psychological Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Number : 475

Location : Midland / Odessa

Supervises : N

FLSA : Exempt

Division : IDD

Salary : $80 an hour.

Shift : PT; may require a flexible work schedule; Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency and clients change

Driving required : Y

Travel required : Y

Settings : office

POSITION SUMMARY / JOB PURPOSE :

The Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) conducts assessments using an approved testing tool to determine if individuals qualify for intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) services. The testing incorporates school documents, such as IEP, ARD, and FIE to endorse, confirm or complete an initial formal evaluation. This position also incorporates medical diagnosis in the evaluation. The LPA will complete full evaluations when the individual has never been formally evaluated.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

Education Required : Master's Degree from accredited college or university in Clinical Counseling, School Psychology or Education.

Experience Required : At least 1 year experience working with individuals with IDD or mental illness.

Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required :

• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable to PermiaCare's insurance requirements.
• Required to pass criminal history and background checks as well as pre-employment drug screen.
• Licensed in Texas as Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) or Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are not designated as essential for the purposes of ADA; they are still required duties) :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Abilities Required :

Other (specify) : driving required. May require some travel after hours and overnight.

WORKSITE CONDITIONS :

ADA Statement : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO Statement : PermiaCare is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties, activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare. Employment is at-will.

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