Class Code: 03249
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ▼
HUMAN RESOURCES
PSYCHOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR
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DEFINITION |
Plans, coordinates,
directs and supervises the
psychology programs and staff at a state institution; provides clinical supervision
and underwrites psychological services provided by psychologists for purposes
of licensure, accreditation and reimbursements; performs related work as
required.
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The Work Examples and Competencies
listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary
basis for position classification decisions. |
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WORK EXAMPLES |
Supervises and evaluates
the work of lower level psychologists, technical and support positions;
effectively recommends personnel actions related to selection, disciplinary
procedures, performance, leaves of absence, grievances, work schedules and
assignments, and administers personnel and related policies and procedures.
Plans, directs and
administers a wide variety of diagnostic and evaluative, clinical, counseling
and behavior modification/management programming services to persons with
mental or emotional illness, or intellectual disabilities.
Plans, organizes, and is
otherwise responsible for procedures, policies, budgets, staff requirements,
operating conditions, and long range planning pertaining to the scope of
activities of the department of psychology within the policies and procedures
as set out by the superintendent of the institution.
Plans, directs, and
supervises a program of diagnosis and evaluation, case re-evaluation, and
psychotherapeutic treatment.
Plans and directs a program
of research studies designed to further basic knowledge and applied techniques
in the field of psychology.
Plans and directs an
interdepartmental training program for new employees to acquaint them with the
psychology department and the theory and practice of its programs and goals.
Attends
professional meetings and conferences, keeping abreast of current trends and
movements in the field.
Provides
professional staff as needed to the various units or treatment teams, as well
as personal consultative services in dealing with unusually difficult cases or
problems.
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COMPETENCIES REQUIRED |
Knowledge
of the principles of supervision.
Knowledge
of the theories, practices, and procedures of research psychology, projective
diagnostic techniques, psychometrics administration and counseling.
Knowledge
of the principles and practices of administering a program of psychological
services.
Knowledge
of the principles and practices of clinical psychology.
Knowledge
of agency policy, procedures, staff requirements, and operating conditions.
Knowledge
of fiscal management and budget preparation.
Ability
to assist in developing and interpreting agency policies and procedures.
Ability
to supervise employees performing technical and professional psychological
work.
Ability
to plan and conduct psychological research programs.
Ability to maintain and
emulate professional standards as set forth by a particular institution,
and the field in general.
Skill in
the use of a wide variety of psychometric tools.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct by refraining from dishonest
behavior.
Works
and communicates with all clients and customers providing professional service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort,
attention to detail and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with
minimal supervision.
Follows policy, cooperates with supervisors.
Fosters and
facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, group identity and team spirit
throughout the organization.
Exchanges information with individuals or groups effectively by
listening and responding appropriately.
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS |
Graduation from an accredited
college or university in a Doctorate Degree program with an emphasis in psychology,
behavior analysis or counseling, and four years of full-time professional
experience as a Psychologist in an institutional or community mental health, intellectual
disability, long-term care or corrections program.
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SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION |
For designated positions the appointing
authority, with the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human
Resources Enterprise prior approval, may request those applicants possessing a
minimum of twelve semester hours of education, a degree, or six months of
experience, or a combination of education and experience, or a specific
certificate, license, or endorsement in the following:
021 fluency in the system of sign language called American Sign Language (ASL)
556 licensure as a psychologist in the State
of
557 certification as a health care provider
in psychology in the State of
919
master’s degree or above in psychology (no substitution)
921 applied
behavioral analysis
922 doctorate
degree in psychology and licensure
934 doctorate
degree in psychology and license eligible
Applicants desiring to be considered for these
positions must list applicable coursework, degree, experience, certificate,
license or endorsement on the application.
Effective Date:
03/12 BR