Job Description

Job Title: Permanent Social Worker IDD Psychologist
Location: Southgate, MI
Salary Range: $62,536 $84,610 + Full Benefits
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM (including 4 hours per week after 5:00 PM)
Weekend Requirements: TBD

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Psychologist specializing in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to join our Southgate, MI team. The IDD Psychologist is responsible for conducting psychological evaluations, interpreting psychometric assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering direct services such as counseling, behavior modification, and crisis intervention. This role plays a key part in supporting individuals with IDD and their families by promoting mental health, stability, and inclusion.

• Conduct and interpret psychological evaluations using standardized instruments

• Deliver direct counseling and behavioral support services to individuals and families

• Develop treatment goals and case service plans in accordance with Person-Centered Planning principles

• Provide staff training and consultation specific to individual client needs

• Participate in crisis intervention, intake assessments, and biopsychosocial evaluations

• Create documentation and reports for guardianship hearings, eligibility determinations, and case reviews

• Maintain clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulatory standards

• Provide consultation and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams

• Participate in at least 24 hours of job-specific training annually

• Master's degree in Psychology from an accredited institution Required

• Valid TLLP or LLP license in Psychology from the State of Michigan Required

• Minimum 8 months of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities Required

• Minimum 1 year of experience in evaluating and treating minors and families Required

• Must obtain Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and Children's Mental Health Professional (CMHP) credentials within 120 days of hire Required

• Must pass MDHHS Central Registry and Police clearances Required

• Experience with psychological instruments such as WAIS, WISC, Vineland, ADOS, and ADIR Preferred

• Strong cultural competency, flexibility, and the ability to work in complex family and community systems Required

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays, including:
  New Year's Eve & Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Day Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Black Friday, Christmas Eve & Day

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