Co-Occurring Psychologist 3 - WCCW

• A detailed resume
• A cover letter.
• Three professional references
• Required Transcripts

• The CO PSYCH3 utilizes team meetings, milieu contacts, and a formal interview process to obtain background information, determine provisional diagnoses, and evaluate treatment needs.
• The CO PSYCH3 completes collaborative and therapeutic assessments of incarcerated individuals on their caseload utilizing a wide range of psychological assessment instruments that are selected based on the incarcerated individual’s individual needs, gender, cultural background, and presenting symptoms.
  
  

• The CO PSYCH 3 communicates relevant symptom, safety, and discharge information to the treatment team during treatment team meetings. The CO PSYCH 3 takes into consideration HIPPA, safety, and limits of confidentiality when making a decision about what to share with team members.
• The CO PSYCH3 recommends housing placement and treatment needs for incarcerated individuals on their caseload and makes appropriate treatment referrals (i.e., medication evaluation, individual treatment, group treatment) as clinically indicated.
• The CO PSYCH3 coordinates care and provides consultation for other mental health staff in the program, including doctoral students, and psychology associates.
  
  

• The CO PSYCH 3 provides treatment (individual and group) to incarcerated individuals in the co-occurring program (active treatment) and waiting to start the program (pre-treatment). All treatment (both individual and group) will be documented on gender specific, individualized and culturally competent treatment plans.
• The CO PSYCH3 provides individual and group treatment utilizing promising practices and evidence-based treatments for assigned caseload.
• The CO PSYCH3 gathers information through Functional Analysis from unit staff to create and implement Individualized Behavior Management Plans (IBMP) as needed for incarcerated individuals on their caseload.

• The CO PSYCH3 includes milieu observations, treatment team feedback, previous records, and structured interview information in Mental Health Appraisals (MHA’s) and/or Mental Health Updates (MHU’s) for each client (typically done by writing). The type of report completed will be determined by policy guidelines
• The CO PSYCH 3 utilizes the writing tool Conclusion, Rule, Assessment, Conclusion (CRAC) to formulate and justify diagnoses in all Mental Health Appraisal’s (DOC form 13-376), Mental Health Updates (DOC form 13-600), Re-Entry Community Safety Program (RCSP) reports, formal psychological assessment reports, and cases submitted electronically to the Care Review Committee (CRC).
• CO PSYCH3 interprets and integrates results of psychological assessments into relevant documents and provides client feedback on evaluation results.
• The CO PSYCH 3 documents suicide evaluation using the Suicide Risk Assessment (SRA) form and includes in the written assessment documentation of the correctional risk factors assessed (included dynamic, static, and acute), housing and placement considerations, and relevant risk management planning.
• The CO PSYCH3 documents all contacts with patients in a timely manner via Mental Health Primary Encounter Reports (MH-PER’s) or Mental Status Exam’s (MSE’s) utilizing SOAP format.
• The CO PSYCH3 inputs daily OMNI encounters (electronic) on all incarcerated individuals seen that day.
• The CO PSYCH3 uploads required documents to SharePoint.

• The CO PSYCH 3 enters client symptom data into SharePoint data sites for clients in evidence-based care treatments.
• The CO PSYCH3 provides a structure for program mental health measure collection related to treatment outcomes as supervised by the Psychologist 4’s. This includes identifying which data measures (including PCL-5, PHQ, URICA, etc.) will be used to evaluate client progress and reviewing data once returned from the PSYCH4/Headquarters and implementing any needed changes.
• The CO PSYCH3 manages treatment plan and MHA/MHU CQIP compliance quarterly, ensuring numbers fall between 90-100%.
• Participates in research projects as assigned.
• Creates and designs treatment plan templates for co-occurring services which match operational inspection anchors (OIA’s).
• The CO PSYCH 3 utilizes the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Public Health Response to Trauma materials to assess the COA environment. The CO PSYCH3 actively works with CO stakeholders to improve compliance of the environment to the rubric provided in the materials.
• The CO PSYCH 3 tracks their own individual competence in trauma informed care utilizing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Public Health Response to Trauma materials, specifically, utilizing the Core Competencies for Trauma Informed Staff self-assessment tool.

• Attend MH and Health Services staff meetings (on-site and off-site), read/critique assigned materials
• Support and suggest innovative ideas and strategies
• Foster teamwork
• Practice fiscal responsibility
• Promote safety, be alert, be aware
• Write infractions as appropriate
• Attend all required training
• Other duties as assigned (i.e., weekly ITJS screenings, teaching AIS, etc.)

• Take one week of assigned MHOD call per assigned rotation
• Follow MHOD policies and procedures.

• 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.

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• 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!

• 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 (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 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 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.
• 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 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

• 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.

Salary : $104,220 - $140,196