Psychologist 4 – SCCC

Description

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a professional and qualified individual to take on the role of Psychologist 4 within the Health Services Division. Correctional Health Care is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing within a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within each of the 12 correctional facilities work closely together to reach a common goal, providing the best, most efficient, and cost-effective health care possible. Emphasis is placed on early identification of health concerns, care for acute and chronic health problems, and preventive care.
 
SCCC is a 1,936-bed multi-custody facility located five miles west of Aberdeen, on the southern Washington Coast. There are seven living units for medium and minimum long-term custody individuals and an intensive management unit for maximum-custody individuals. SCCC was Washington State's first tobacco-free facility for both staff and incarcerated population.
 

Application assessment will be ongoing, the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It’s the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions. 

Duties

As the Psychologist , key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Administration: 

• The Psych will administratively plan, develop and direct psychological assessments, clinical interventions, psychotherapeutic, psychosocial education and incarcerated individual change services for individuals assigned to the facility. The Psych serves as psychological consultant to the Clinical Director, Superintendent and medical staff on problems involving psychological services. Serves as consultant to diagnostic intake, treatment, and disposition staff. Regular attendance in scheduled teleconferences and other meetings as assigned. Actively participate in the Coordinated Quality Improvement Program (CQIP) by reviewing performance measures associated with Mental Health and developing methodologies to reach established performance goals. 

Clinical and Administrative Oversight

• The Psychologist 4 actively administers, directs and evaluates staff assigned under their supervision. This includes both administrative and clinical performance. The Psych sets expectations for performance outcomes and quality. As a supervisor you are to establish performance expectations and goals for your team that are specific and measurable and accepts personal responsibility for results. This includes reviewing charts, reading and approving treatment plans, MHA’s and MHU’s. Meet regularly with each employee to set and clarify expectations, provide feedback, and coaching. Use formal and informal methods to monitor and track each employee’s performance.  

Direct Patient Care and Coordination:

• The Psychologist directs or provides individual and group psychotherapy to patients, does psycho-diagnostic testing of patients, and interview patients’ relatives and enlists their aid in rehabilitation of patients. This professional directs and participates in clinical staff meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings. Documentation is completed in accordance with the standards set forth by the Department of Correction and applicable professional standards. This position is a Gender Affirming Care Committee member and will participate in GA/GD CRC meetings as appropriate. 

Qualifications

What we need (Required Qualifications):

• Possession of a current license to practice psychology in the state of Washington.

 

Supplemental Information

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

 

Our Core Values:

 

1. Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
2. Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
3. People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
4. Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
5. Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES:
 

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined 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.   

 

**Please note:  Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
 

• 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 near 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. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration. 
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. 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 from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

• 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.  
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds. 
• 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 www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• 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.
• 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 the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

 

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:  
 

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

 

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

 

What We Offer: 

 As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority.  Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation.  Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

 

• Up to 25 paid vacations 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!

 

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.
  

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected].gov or call at (425) 760-4485.
  
 For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.