Position Description: Psychological Associate

Reports To: Executive Director

FSLA Classification: Exempt

Created: August 11, 2012

Revised: January 13th, 2022

Job Summary

Administers and interprets standardized psychological tests under the professional supervision of the Divisional Director and the licensed consulting psychologist.

Essential Job Functions

Select, Administer, Score and interpret standardized psychological tests and assessment instruments
Maintain records of test results and submit written and verbal reports to the QMRP(s)
Participate in the development of Person Centered Plans through the Inter-Disciplinary team process
Attend Human Rights meetings on a monthly basis in Bossier and Natchitoches area, as well as attend Inter-Disciplinary Team meetings in these areas as a member of the Inter-Disciplinary team
Conduct In-Service training classes in the area of Behavior Management, Passive Physical Restraint, as well as other related topics
Develop Behavior Management Programs for specific clients and in service direct care staff in respect to implantation and documentation guidelines of those programs
Monitor effectiveness of Behavior Management programs through monthly progress reports
Provide updated psychological reports annually for all clients
Conduct full psychological evaluations as per American Psychological Association guidelines

Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge

At least 21 years of age due to auto liability coverage
Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with state abuse and neglect agency
Submit to and pass drug screen and criminal background check
Minimum of two years’ experience as a psychological associate
Prior experience working in the field of ID/DD
Working knowledge of the selection, administration, scoring, and interpretation of standardized psychological tests and assessment instructions
Master’s Level Degree in Psychology

Supervisory Requirements

Will not supervise

Physical Requirements

Occasionally travels
Constantly moves about to coordinate work
Regularly works in fast pace environment with multiple task deadlines
Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
Constantly alert and observant during working hours

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or a medical condition to perform the essential functions.

Employment Variables

Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. May be asked to work some evenings, weekends when required and handle on call emergencies.

Working Environment

May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.

Evergreen Life Services

I want more than just a job.
I want to make a difference in people’s lives.
I want to make a difference in my community.

We want to make a difference too. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Sometimes that reward is a smile or a song from a resident, sometimes it’s the reward of knowing you helped a resident to learn daily life skills, like setting a table or preparing a meal. It could be watching a resident make beautiful artwork in one of our studios. Every day you will have opportunities to help those with intellectual or physical disabilities feel that they are a part of a community that cares.

Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

We have nearly 2000 employees and more than 1100 individuals served in seven states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team, because at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Evergreen, in it's mission is to serve, provide for and champion individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is looking for qualified, caring individuals to work with us.