Company Overview

At North Bay Regional Center we believe that all people with developmental disabilities should have the same opportunities as are available to all other citizens. As one of the 21 nonprofit Regional Centers throughout California, we offer a comprehensive program supporting the needs of our communities, provided by driven and passionate employees who ensure that we achieve our goals daily.

Note: Bilingual Spanish/English skills are strongly preferred.

DEFINITION:

Provides services to persons with developmental disabilities; participates as part of an interdisciplinary team for clinical consultations with case managers; supervises interns; directs special projects; provides community education.

NATURE OF WORK:

Under the general administrative direction of the Intake Department Manager, provides services to persons with developmental disabilities; participates as part of an interdisciplinary team for clinical consultations with case managers; supervises interns; directs special projects; provides community education and development of enhanced clinical resources; assists in reviewing and coding the CDER for Psychiatric and medical diagnoses; assists Service Coordinators with forensic issues including writing and reviewing court reports including conservatorship, 1370, diversion and 6500 reports.

This position can be housed in either the Napa or Santa Rosa office location.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Provides direct psychometric testing and psychological evaluation of clients or assesses existing psychological evaluations to determine eligibility for regional center services; may instruct center staff and non-psychologist vendors in psychological theory, diagnostic procedures and treatment modalities. Performs court-ordered evaluations and may respond to after-hours emergencies. Performs other duties as required.

May provide consultation to case managers and clinical staff on the psychological aspects of developmental disabilities; may participate in the interdisciplinary team client evaluation and planning process; may provide consultation to staff, and to clients and their families concerning the client's psychological status, progress and needs; may participate in in-service training and community education programs to meet educational needs regarding the psychological aspects of developmental disabilities; monitors and reviews programs at behaviorally-oriented facilities upon request.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Ph.D. or Doctorate in Psychology, with 2 years experience in testing/diagnostic evaluation of people with developmental disabilities, physical handicaps or emotional disorders.

or

Ph.D. or Doctorate in Psychology, with 3 years case management or clinical experience at North Bay Regional Center.

Preference will be given to psychologists licensed through the Board of Medical Examiners.

Minimum qualifications may be waived depending on the agency’s need for specialized skills (such as language abilities).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license, and minimum legal automobile liability insurance required; the ability to provide personal automobile transportation during working hours and after hours emergencies or access to another form of reliable transportation which meets these minimum legal requirements.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of clinical psychology, mental hygiene and personality development; knowledge of the administration and interpretation of diagnostic psychological tests; knowledge of research design, statistics, and measurement theory; ability to plan a psychological testing program; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; knowledge of child development, learning theory, psychopathology and behavior modification.

Benefits:

At NBRC, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, with generous employer contributions
• Dental Insurance, with zero cost for employee only coverage
• Vision Insurance, with $5/month employee cost share for employee only coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Generous vacation and sick accrual policies
• Employee Referral Reward Program
• 15 Paid Agency Holidays/year
• CalPERS 457 Supplemental Retirement Plan

Bi-lingual language differential:

• For those speaking , reading and writing other than English - $200 per month
• For those speaking a language other than English - $150 per month
• For those using American Sign language - $200 per month

Who We Serve

North Bay Regional Center provides advocacy, social services, support and care coordination to children and adults diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties.
We partner with community-based organizations and agencies to empower our clients to thrive and live as independently as possible within the geographically, culturally, and ethnically diverse communities we serve.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

North Bay Regional Center (NBRC) staff, vendors, Board of Directors and the community have been working diligently to understand and reduce service disparities that effect the day to day lives of our consumers and their families, with a goal of evolving into a more culturally competent local service system that effectively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We believe it is critical to our success as an agency to learn from each other and grow together.

Are you passionate about providing support and caring for individuals with developmental disabilities? Are you looking for an organization where we help our clients achieve their goals and dreams? North Bay Regional Center is a nonprofit private corporation that contracts with the Department of Developmental Services to coordinate services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities. At North Bay, we’re promoting opportunities by supporting choices for people with developmental disabilities.

North Bay Regional Center serves over 10,000 people living within the geographic boundaries of Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties. Guided by our NBRC Mission and Values to assist people with developmental disabilities to obtain the services and supports needed to live as others do in the community, NBRC has established Strategic Goals to guide our efforts in focused areas: employment, independence, community access and family supports.

NBRC is committed to being a culturally and linguistically competent agency, striving to provide the services that our diverse clients and families need in their unique circumstances. We also value the contributions that our diverse staff bring to the agency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $94,008.00 - $130,524.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Office

Application Question(s):

• Please submit a cover letter with your resume to be considered for this position.

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• testing/disgnostic evaluation: 2 years (Preferred)
• developmental disabilities: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Santa Rosa, CA 95401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Rosa, CA 95401