What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSYCHOLOGIST II position at State of Maryland - DJS Metro Region - State Operated Facilities?
Introduction
By law, Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is a child-serving agency responsible for assessing the individual needs of referred youth and providing intake, detention, probation, commitment, and after-care services. DJS collaborates with youth, families, schools, community partners, law enforcement, and other public agencies to coordinate services and resources to contribute to safer communities. If you are looking for an exciting career in Behavioral Health with competitive pay, great benefits, as well as opportunity for advancement and professional growth – Apply to become a member of the DJS Team today!� DJS offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), tuition reimbursement, continuing education offerings, license renewal reimbursement, state pension, supplemental retirement options (i.e. 401k, 457b etc.) and opportunity to be member of a state employee credit union. The Psychologist II positions within DJS provide services, which are essential to providing support to the youth and families we serve. DJS is seeking dedicated candidates who want to make a difference in the lives of youth and families- come join us!
GRADE
22
LOCATION OF POSITION
Positions are located throughout the State of Maryland.� The recruitment is open and continuous and never closes.� Applications are accepted continuously and one can apply at any time.� Therefore, the resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies in work locations listed above. When completing the application, please select all locations in which you are willing to work.� Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center – Baltimore City Charles H. Hickey, Jr. School – Baltimore County Victor Cullen Center – Frederick County Noyes Children Center – Montgomery County Cheltenham Youth Detention Center – Prince George’s County Western Maryland Children’s Center – Washington County Lower Eastern Shore Children’s Center - Wicomico County
Main Purpose of Job
A Psychologist II is the full performance level of professional psychology staff work applying the science of psychology to the investigation, understanding and modification of human behavior and adjustment and providing psychological services such as diagnostic assessments, individual and group counseling and psychotherapy to persons considered emotionally disturbed, maladjusted, developmentally disabled or suffering from other psychological stress.�� Employees in this class do not supervise other psychologists but may supervise non-licensed psychology staff or other health care staff in multi-disciplinary programs.�
POSITION DUTIES
The Department of Juvenile Services is accepting applications on an ongoing basis for the Psychologist II position.��The position is a full performance psychologist responsible for providing direct clinical services..� This position provides psychological evaluations for youth pending disposition and placements and makes appropriate recommendations and referrals for suitable assignments.� This includes administering psychological tests, interpreting the results, providing reports to the court and other agencies, and consulting with the treatment staffing team related to psychological issues.� This position will also provide licensed supervision to non-licensed psychology staff.�
MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Education:�� Determined by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Psychologists under the licensing requirements for Psychologists. Experience: Two years of experience rendering psychological services or engaged in psychological research after receipt of the�Psychologist license. Note:�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Clinical Psychology classifications or Psychology specialty codes in the Psychology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates for this classification must be licensed as a Psychologist by the�Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists prior to permanent appointment�to a position.� Applicants who do not have a Maryland license may apply�before receipt of the required license but the application will be designated in�pending status by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Testing Unit.�When the license has been obtained, submit a copy of the license to MDH to�remove the pending status from the application. 2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on the eligible list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED. Candidates shall be certified to the eligible list for a period of one year.�� This list will be used by the DJS hiring agency to select employees.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.� Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.� Please report all related experience and education.� Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.� For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.�
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application process is strongly urged. However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application and copy of license to the address below or fax a paper application and copy of license to the fax number below. If you choose to fax or use regular mail, you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last 4 digits of your SS#. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted: ���������Maryland Department of Juvenile Services ���������OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit ���������217 E. Redwood St., 15th floor ���������Baltimore, MD 21202 ���������Attn:�Linda Padgett�� ������� �Fax number 410-333-4188. ���TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay� Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please, contact DJS Office of Human Resources at djs.ohr@maryland.gov.� Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
