Psychology Associate - MCC

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the role of Psychology Associate for the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) located just northeast of the Seattle area in Washington. Schedule Mon‑Fri 08:00‑16:30. Work is to be performed onsite. A completed application packet will include: A detailed resume A cover letter Three professional references Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. Mental Health Assessment and Treatment of Incarcerated Individuals Work independently and cooperatively within the mental health team to provide mental health assessments and treatment of incarcerated individuals per the Washington DOC Health Plan, protocols, and processes and procedures. Intake of incarcerated individuals referred for mental health services, including those who are received on transport. This includes documentation of problem; background and treatment plan; obtaining Informed Consent for Mental Health Treatment; obtaining collateral information from within and outside DOC; referral to additional mental health services (e.g., Psychiatric); and follow‑up as deemed appropriate. Evaluate, diagnose, and determine mental health acuity and emotional adjustment as well as treatment need of incarcerated individuals (including but not limited to the completion of MHA/MHU's Tx plans, SRA/SRD, Safety Plans, Individual Behavior Modification Plans, etc.). Provide direct Psychotherapeutic (individual and group) services to incarcerated individuals based upon Evidenced Based Practices and Principles per the Washington DOC Health Plan. Provide consultation to unit and custody staff with regard to treatment recommendations, precautions, program planning, release planning and handling specific behavior disturbances. Consults and staff’s cases with the supervisors. Follow documentation expectations per policy and standards of care. Crisis Intervention Be available for communication between DOC staff and/or patients regarding urgent or emergency mental health situations. Provide assessment of the crisis. Plan and execute interventions including follow‑up after resolution to assure stability is established. Includes communication with DOC staff involved with the patient, who have a "need to know". Transition and Release In conjunction with the Psychiatric Social Worker 3, coordinate and facilitate transition and release needs of mentally ill and/or emotionally disturbed incarcerated individuals. Trainings, Meetings, and Other Duties as Assigned Includes peer review/quality assurance and Coordinated Quality Improvement Program (CQIP) projects. Receive training as approved/required by DOC, to include but not limited to annual training and Learning Center (LC). Participate in Multidisciplinary Team’s (MDT) and Facility Risk Management Team’s (FRMT). May provide Annual In‑Service Suicide Prevention instruction. Provide informal education to staff and incarcerated individuals on topics related to the promotion of mental health within the prison and in the community. Participate in Involuntary Antipsychotic Medication Hearings on a rotational basis as the chair, lay advisor, or referring mental health provider. Participate in the Mental Health Duty Officer (MHDO) rotation on a voluntary basis for after‑hours mental health consultations which may include some occasional requirement for onsite visits during the weekend for incident management. Required Qualifications Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC) Please see this link to understand the requirements for obtaining a LAAC. Agency Affiliated Counselor FAQs | Washington State Department of Health Must have the ability to apply for Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor License within 30 days of hire date. An agency affiliated counselor may only provide counseling services as part of his or her employment for a recognized agency. Applicants for an agency affiliated counselor credential who apply within 7 days of employment may provide services within the agency for up to 60 days while the Department of Health processes your application. Additional consideration may be given for higher level DOH MH licenses. Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited school or department of Psychology, or Master's degree in Psychology and two years of supervised post‑Master's degree experience. At least one year of experience working independently and effectively to provide individual and group therapies. Experience linking clients with resources within institutions and/or the community. Experience working in a collaborative fashion as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. Official Washington State licensure as a Mental Health Clinician. Professional References Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application: The Department of Corrections defines a professional reference as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non‑related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. Phone number and email address are required for all professional references. What We Offer Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position) 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 so much more Additional Information The mission of DOC is to improve public safety. For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov. A 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 in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. Oleoresin Capsicum is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self‑defense and/or de‑scalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position. Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position. Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days of the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results. If this position is included in a Union Shop, employees will be required to become members within thirty (30) days of employment. Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more. Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A‑M. Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range. Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from and Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non‑permanent positions. DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I‑9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with that form on the first day of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 diversity, 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. Contact Information For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call at View phone number on click.appcast.io. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7‑1‑1 or View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington State Department of Correction