Psychologist-E

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The psychologist provides a full range of psychological evaluations, tests, interventions,  consultations and referral services as assigned by the supervisor.  The Psychologist will train staff in matters of psychology and mental illness.  This position will also function as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team providing a range of psychological services to prisoners within the Michigan Department of Corrections, some who may be diagnosed with severe mental disorders.  They provide a full spectrum of sex offender treatment, assessment services and will work with community supervision/treatment for sex offenders.  They also work with hospitalized, medically ill and other special populations.  The psychologist is responsible for all aspects of the mental health evaluation, referral to the appropriate mental health level of care and treatment of the prisoners, monitoring their progress and ensuring continuity of care is not jeopardized.  They also assist with placement and obtaining services when the prisoner discharges to the community. 

Education
Possession of a master's degree in psychology.

Experience

Psychologist 9
No specific type or amount is required.

Psychologist 10
One year of professional experience providing psychological treatment equivalent to a Psychologist 9.

Psychologist P11
Two years of professional experience providing psychological treatment equivalent to a Psychologist, including one year equivalent to a Psychologist 10.

Possession of a temporary master's limited license, master's limited license, doctoral limited license, or full license to practice psychology in Michigan.

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All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.
Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date.  More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here.  (un-official or web based transcripts will not be accepted) 
 
 If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766. 
 
 The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
 
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 As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest,  please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.  Ethical Standards and Conduct   (Note: you do not need to fill out the form) 
 
New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.  All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.