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Community Services Specialist IV (Behavioral & Psychological Evaluator)
Announcement Number 26-29 Job Code T4000
Employment Type Full-Time Job Location Region I Community Services
401 Lee Street, Northeast Decatur, AL 35601
Salary/Pay Rate Range 78 ($55,375.20 - $93,096.00 Annually) Additional Salary Information
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Limitations apply to current State employees.
Open Date 05/22/2026 Close Date Until Filled
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree, or higher, in Psychology with coursework in the administration of psychological testing. 72 months or more experience in a human services field, including 24 months or more experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity. Note: Applicants certified or licensed to administer psychometric tests to persons having or appearing to have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities may qualify with a Master's degree in Social Work or a human services field with the required experience outlined above. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working specifically with persons with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a community setting. Human services field includes the following disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Criminal/Juvenile Justice, Special Education, Sociology, Speech Education, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Physical or Occupational Therapy, and any related academic disciplines associated with the study of Human Behavior, Human Skill Development, or Basic Human Care Needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Serves as the Behavioral & Psychological Evaluator.
• Reviews psychometric and psychological testing of individuals with intellectual and/or
• developmental disabilities (I/DD).
• Reviews behavior support plans related to requests for special staffing.
• Prepares documents, reports, and statistical data for HCBS and regulatory compliance.
• Provides audits of provider compliance with the Person-Centered Plan, Plan of Care, & Residential
Staffing Tool, and reporting results to the Community Service Director (CSD) and Director of Community Programs.
• Performs the role of CSD during their absence.
• Performs work under the general supervision of the Director of Specialized Placements and Services and
is reviewed for program effectiveness.
• Performs work under the general supervision of the Director of Specialized Placements and Services and
is reviewed for program effectiveness.
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
• Knowledge of Psychological Testing, Assessments, and Psychometric Tests.
• Knowledge of community service agencies in relation to people with I/DD.
• Knowledge of clinical dynamics of persons with I/DD.
• Knowledge of state, local, and federal funding sources, and regulations.
• Knowledge and ability to analyze data and develop plans for program development.
• Ability to review and interpret Psychological/Psychometric Tests.
• Ability to review Behavior Support Plans for compliance with ADMH guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with individuals, families, agency representatives,
and the public.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to individuals, families, and community providers.
• Ability to effectively intervene in crisis situations.
• Ability to provide training and technical assistance.
• Ability to effectively supervise professionals and coordinate with community providers.
• Ability to understand and interpret appropriate standards, policies, and regulations.
• Ability to organize, plan, and implement work in an independent manner.
Employee Benefits
• 13 paid holidays.
• 1 personal leave day accrued each January.
• 13 sick leave days.
• 13 annual leave days accrued in the first year of employment.
• Paid parental leave.
• Longevity bonus annually after 5 years of state service.
• Continuous opportunities for acquiring CEU's needed for maintaining professional license.
• Very low-cost health and dental insurance through the Alabama State Employee Insurance Board.
• Defined retirement benefit (not impacted by economic downturns) and a pre-retirement death benefit
through the Retirement Systems of Alabama.
Method of Selection
• Applicants will be rated based on an evaluation of their job-related training, abilities, experience, and
education, and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to the duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above.
• All relevant information is subject to verification.
• Drug screening and security clearances will be conducted on prospective applicants being given
serious consideration for employment whose job requires direct contact with patients.
Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Applications should be submitted by the deadline to be considered. Announcements open until filled will remain open until a sufficient applicant pool is obtained. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible to ensure the application will be
considered for the position. Copies of License/Certifications should be uploaded with your application. A copy of the academic transcript is required. Appointment of successful candidate will be conditional based on receipt of the official
transcript provided by the school, college, or university.
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