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9656
PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSISTANT
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs paraprofessional work at
the full-performance level as an assistant to a supervising
psychologist. Assists by performing routine duties such as
conducting and scoring tests and conducting intake interviews.
Performs related work as required.
Examples of Work
Develops group and individual treatment plans.
Conducts psychological tests with clients as needed.
Initiates referral procedures by interviewing clients,
determining need for medical, psychological or social
services and contacting appropriate units.
Conducts mental status interviews.
Participates in periodic unit staffing to help determine
placement and treatment plans.
Provides information about client's progress.
Conducts initial assessments of new clients and documents
findings in the ward charts.
Develops psychological evaluations with minimal supervision.
Counsels clients and families in developing plans to modify
behavior.
Develops behavior modification plans.
Co-leads group therapy with limited supervision.
Provides individual therapy with supervision via video or
audio link or live observation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of psychological testing procedures.
Knowledge of mental status interview techniques.
Knowledge of individual and group therapy techniques.
Knowledge of theories of human growth and development.
Knowledge of standards, practices and methods of psychology.
Knowledge of departmental programs and goals.
Ability to work with and secure the cooperation of the
mentally or physically disabled.
Ability to relate effectively to clients.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or
university with a major in psychology.
Established: 8/20/92
Effective:
12/16/92