DSHS DDA Field Services Psychologist

About the role

The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) seeks a Psychologist to join a tight‑knit, dynamic team whose mission is ensuring that individuals served by DDA have the supports they need to live healthy, safe, and inclusive lives in the community. You will serve as the subject matter expert in psychology, positive behavioral supports, differential diagnosis, clinical problem solving, and clinical and psychometric assessment. Additionally, you will assist in developing and maintaining resources that address emergent and chronic needs of individuals who experience cognitive or intellectual disabilities along with behavioral health challenges. This position is based in Spokane, Washington – a vibrant city offering affordable living, abundant outdoor recreation (ski resorts, lakes, universities), and a thriving arts, music, and theater scene.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates efforts with the Region Clinical Team to stabilize individual crises, plan for future contingencies, increase contracted agency ability to plan and implement positive, proactive supports for individuals with intellectual disabilities, and support and improve the effectiveness of community resources for full integration.
• Provides professional analysis and opinion regarding intake and eligibility issues, including serving on the Other Condition Similar to Intellectual Disability Committee, reviewing intake documentation for eligibility, and delivering testimony at Administrative Hearings.
• Assists in policy development by reviewing and providing feedback on proposed policy changes and updates.
• Serves on selected committees and work groups at the local, regional, and statewide levels as assigned.
• Promotes collaborative and cooperative working relationships with Behavioral Health Organizations, Managed Care Organizations, the Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery, and other agency providers and community partners.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited school or department of psychology.
• Licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Washington to practice psychology by the hire date.
• Minimum of three (3) years of post‑doctoral psychology experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package from day one.
• Outstanding family benefits.
• Generous retirement plan.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program – DDA is a Certified Employer.
• DSHS provides support staff and covers all operating expenses.
• Quality work‑life balance with a Monday‑through‑Friday, 8 am‑5 pm schedule.