8.04 – Psychological Services

Purpose

Each individual supported by Open Door will receive, when appropriate, psychological services through personal contact with a psychologist/CNP (overseen by psychologist), individuals, and staff involved with the individuals.

Procedure

Open Door has a formal written contract with a consultant for psychological services.

• Qualified staff and support personnel will provide the following psychological services based on need:
  • Evaluation
  • Consultation
  • Therapy
  • Program Development
• They will also provide administration and supervision of psychological services as well as staff training.
• The psychologist will:
  • Be licensed and have experience or training in the area of developmental disabilities.
  • Ensuring that evaluations, clinical verification form and assessments contain all information required for level of care, admission, and ICF requirements.
  • Provide initial comprehensive psychological evaluations.
  • Comprehensive evaluations will be completed every three (3) years for each individual.
  • Annual updates of adaptive behavior are required for individuals referred by the individual’s team. 
  • Perform direct counseling to individuals or groups when referred by the team.
  • Provide documentation of all counseling sessions including goals and objectives, monthly progress reports, and quarterly and annual summaries.
  • Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team, as necessary.
  • Develop behavioral strategies and assist the staff in implementing such programs.
  • Provide in-service training to staff as requested by the Open Door team.

Last Revised: 10/4/23