Psychologist 4- CRCC

Psychologist 4 Location: Coyote Ridge Corrections Center, Connell, WA Schedule: Monday‑Friday 07:30‑16:00 Psychologist 4 is responsible for the provision and supervision of the Mental Health (MH) assessment and treatment services performed at CRCC by the mental health team. This position ensures that services provided are in accordance with DOC Policy, Protocol, and the WA DOC Health Plan. In addition to providing direct patient care, the Psychologist supervises master’s level clinicians (Psychology Associates) in the delivery of mental health services and release planning throughout the institution, including the Medium Security Complex (MSC), Restrictive Housing/Intensive Management Unit, Close Observation, Minimum Security Unit (MSU) and Sage East. This position participates in formal clinical oversight according to the Facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight structure, including being clinically supervised by the Department’s Chief Psychologist. The Psychologist works collaboratively with custody and clinical staff at CRCC and other DOC facilities to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities Direct Patient Care – Provide psychological evaluations, diagnostic clarification, psychological testing, screenings, and evaluations. Clinical Oversight – Provide clinical oversight and leadership to all direct reports. Ensure staff under supervision have current Position Description (PD), Performance and Development Plan (PDP) and expectations. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications One year of postdoctoral psychology experience. Possession of a license to practice psychology in the state of Washington. At least one year of experience working independently and effectively to develop resources linking client needs with resources within institutions and/or the community. Preferred Qualifications Three years of postdoctoral psychology experience, including one year of direct staff supervision. One year of experience in forensic psychology, ideally providing psychological services in a correctional setting. Benefits Up to 25 paid vacation days a year. 8 hours of paid sick leave per month. 12 paid holidays a year. Generous retirement plan. Flex Spending Accounts. Dependent Care Assistance. Deferred Compensation and more. Important Notes Background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free work environment; a pre‑employment drug test may be administered. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) and animal care projects may expose employees; sensitivity or allergy concerns are encouraged to discuss. Tuberculosis (TB) testing and remediation may be required. Doc may be represented by a bargaining unit. Respirator medical evaluation, fit testing, training and use of respiratory protection as required by WA Industrial Safety & IHS standards. Employment eligibility verification; must provide proof of identity and eligibility on day one. DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr