Psychologist at North Bay Regional Center

At North Bay Regional Center we believe that all people with developmental disabilities should have the same opportunities as are available to all other citizens. As one of the 21 nonprofit Regional Centers throughout California, we offer a comprehensive program supporting the needs of our communities, provided by driven and passionate employees who ensure that we achieve our goals daily.

North Bay Regional Center is one of 21 Regional Centers for persons with developmental disabilities in California. Started as a grass roots movement, Regional Centers were originally established to assist persons with intellectual disabilities — and their families — in identifying and developing services and programs within their communities that help them lead more independent lives.  Each a non-profit, community-based organization, Regional Centers were established in 1965 under legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Frank Lanterman. The Lanterman Act became effective in 1969 and later expanded the populations served to include persons with intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and other disabling conditions requiring services similar to individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities. In 1972, NBRC was incorporated to serve Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties.

DEFINITION:

Provides services to persons with developmental disabilities; participates as part of an interdisciplinary team for clinical consultations with case managers; supervises interns; directs special projects; provides community education.

NATURE OF WORK:

Under the general administrative direction of the Intake Department Manager provides services to persons with developmental disabilities; participates as part of an interdisciplinary team for clinical consultations with case managers; supervises interns; directs special projects; provides community education and development of enhanced clinical resources; assists in reviewing and coding the CDER for Psychiatric and medical diagnoses; assists Service Coordinators with forensic issues including writing and reviewing court reports including conservatorship, 1370, diversion and 6500 reports.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Provides direct psychometric testing and psychological evaluation of clients or assesses existing psychological evaluations to determine eligibility for regional center services; may instruct center staff and non-psychologist vendors in psychological theory, diagnostic procedures and treatment modalities.  Performs court-ordered evaluations and may respond to after-hours emergencies.  Performs other duties as required.

May provide consultation to case managers and clinical staff on the psychological aspects of developmental disabilities; may participate in the interdisciplinary team client evaluation and planning process; may provide consultation to staff, and to clients and their families concerning the client’s psychological status, progress and needs; may participate in in-service training and community education programs to meet educational needs regarding the psychological aspects of developmental disabilities; monitors and reviews programs at behaviorally-oriented facilities upon request.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Ph.D. or Doctorate in Psychology, with 2 years experience in testing/diagnostic evaluation of people with developmental disabilities, physical handicaps or emotional disorders.

or

Ph.D. or Doctorate in Psychology, with 3 years case management or clinical experience 

Preference will be given to psychologists licensed through the Board of Medical Examiners.

Minimum qualifications may be waived depending on the agency’s need for specialized skills (such as language abilities).

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of clinical psychology, mental hygiene and personality development; knowledge of the administration and interpretation of diagnostic psychological tests; knowledge of research design, statistics, and measurement theory; ability to plan a psychological testing program; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; knowledge of child development, learning theory, psychopathology and behavior modification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license and minimum legal automobile insurance are required.  Ability to provide personal automobile transportation during working hours and after-hours emergencies.

All employment at NBRC requires face-to-face, in-person interactions with NBRC clients, family members, community, and co-workers. Candidates for employment must live within commute distance to their preferred NBRC office, as well as the geographical location of their assigned clients.  While 100% remote work is not available to NBRC employees, a hybrid work arrangement with a blend of in-office and home-based work may be available for new employees after successfully demonstrating achievement of performance expectations following at least 3 months of in-office work.

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $94,000 - $130,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No