Post-doctoral Psychology Assistants - Grow with DBH

What You'll Do At DBH This limited-term program aims to grow Ohio’s psychologist workforce to meet the needs of our patients within our regional psychiatric hospitals. Participants gain advanced skills while helping to improve hospital capacity and patient outcomes. All six locations are hiring! What You'll Do At DBH This limited-term program aims to grow Ohio’s psychologist workforce to meet the needs of our patients within our regional psychiatric hospitals. Participants gain advanced skills while helping to improve hospital capacity and patient outcomes. Our regional hospitals have a high percentage of justice-involved patients. Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistants will gain experience in the specialized area of forensic psychology during their term. In this program, Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistants may have the opportunity to conduct psychological evaluations, including cognitive, personality, and risk assessments, may assist in diagnosing mental health conditions and in the development and implementation of treatment plans and provide clinical interventions such as individual and group therapy. Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistants may also be involved in court ordered forensic assessments, observing testimony, consultation and may provide umbrella training supervision. This program provides Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistants invaluable experience in working with complex mental health cases while preparing Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistants for licensure and long-term careers as psychologists. Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistants will also contribute to hospital initiatives aimed at improving patient care and treatment outcomes, as well as working closely with psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, and other team members to coordinate patient care within our regional psychiatric hospitals. This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union). The job classification title for a Post-Doctoral Psychology Assistant is Project Employee Psychology Assistant with a pay range of 13 . Please see Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule . This position is limited-term (temporary), and will only last up to two years for post-doctoral employees who are working towards licensure in psychology from an accredited university. Psychology Assistants Will Receive SEIU/1199 Union representation, as well as generous state employment benefits, which include: Medical Benefits Continuing Education Paid Holiday, Sick, Vacation, & Personal Leave Pay Increases Those who successfully completed their fellowship and become licensed in the state have preference for available psychology positions in the DBH system. Position Qualifications Doctoral degree in Psychology with psychology pre-doctoral internship must be conferred from an accredited university prior to the start of the post-doctoral fellowship. Primary Job Skill Behavioral Health Technical Skills Basic Documentation, Clerical & Data Entry, Counseling & Rehabilitation, Psychology Professional Skills Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data, Organizing and Planning Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. Work Location: Northcoast Behavioral Health Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO Other Locations: United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Northfield, United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Massillon, United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens, United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo, United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati, United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation $36.01/hr Schedule Full-time Work Hours Varies/Flexible Classified Indicator Unclassified Post-doctoral Psychology Assistants Grow Here at DBH! Who We Are At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH. DBH Values Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused) Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent) Value Driven Innovative (Yes Before No) Strong Sense of Urgency Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ohio Department of Behavioral Health