Psychologist 9-P11

Job Description The psychologist provides a full range of psychological evaluations, tests, interventions, consultations, and referral services as assigned by the supervisor. The Psychologist will train staff in matters of psychology and mental illness. This position will also function as a member of a multi‑disciplinary treatment team providing a range of psychological services to prisoners within the Michigan Department of Corrections, some of whom may be diagnosed with severe mental disorders. Responsibilities include providing a full spectrum of sex offender treatment, assessment services and working with community supervision/treatment for sex offenders. The psychologist also works with hospitalized, medically ill, and other special populations. Duties involve mental health evaluation, referral to the appropriate level of care, treatment of prisoners, monitoring progress, ensuring continuity of care, and assisting with placement and obtaining services when a prisoner discharges to the community. Required Education and Experience Education : Possession of a master’s degree in psychology. Experience : No specific type or amount is required for Psychologist 9. One year of professional experience providing psychological treatment equivalent to a Psychologist 9 for Psychologist 10. Two years of professional experience providing psychological treatment equivalent to a Psychologist, including one year equivalent to a Psychologist 10 for Psychologist P11. Licenses and Certifications : Possession of a temporary master’s limited license, master’s limited license, doctoral limited license, or full license to practice psychology in Michigan. Benefits Competitive salaries Career advancement Vacation, sick, and school and community leave Health, dental, vision, and life insurance; long‑term disability, long‑term care; flexible spending accounts Deferred compensation plans 457 and 401(k) including contribution and employer match up to total of 7% Twelve paid holidays and day off for major elections Paid parental leave: provides eligible individuals up to 12 weeks of paid leave immediately following birth or adoption of a child. Equal Employment Opportunity The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation. Employment in the state‑classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. All employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest. Review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Michigan