Psychometrist

About the role

The Psychometrist, under clinical supervision of a licensed psychologist, neuropsychologist, or other appropriately qualified behavioral health care provider, is responsible for direct patient and family work by routine administering, scoring, and compiling results of a full comprehensive evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Administers and scores a range of neuropsychological and psychological tests (pediatric and adult batteries)
• Adheres to standardized testing procedures
• Adapts the administration of the tests to the specific needs of each patient while maintaining standardized procedures set forth for each test
• Manages behavioral and motivation issues that may arise in the context of the assessment
• Completes all scoring in a timely manner
• Ensures accuracy of scored tests
• Uses computerized test administration and scoring programs
• Ensures confidentiality of test results and recommendations; maintains security of testing materials
• Provides a written summary of relevant behavioral observation to the supervising licensed psychologist, neuropsychologist, or other appropriately qualified behavioral health care provider
• Serves as a member of Damar's interdisciplinary team
• Sets the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Identifies solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction
• Keeps abreast of current assessment practices, testing methodologies, literature, and applicable regulations to support the delivery of high-quality clinical services
• Acts as a good steward of Damar and/or client finances
• Interacts professionally with parents, school and medical personnel, and coordinates clinical services between Damar, school, clinics, and family as warranted

Requirements

• Must meet one of the following:
• Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university required with 3 years of experience administering standardized evaluative tests
• Master's degree in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university preferred with 1 year of experience administering standardized evaluative tests
• Certified Specialist in Psychometry (CSP) preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification
• Minimum age of 18 per licensure requirements
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)

Skills

• Clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening

Benefits

• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan
• Participation
• Takes care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal

Pay

• Not specified

Schedule

• Not specified