Psychologist

Recruitment #091620-MDIA01-350600

Summary Statement

The incumbent will be assigned to the Jane E. Mitchell Forensic Unit of the Delaware Psychiatric Center, where their primary responsibility will be to complete forensic psychological evaluations.  The incumbent performs court-ordered evaluations for pre-trial inmates, risk assessments, and to make treatment recommendations.  The incumbent conducts risk assessment evaluations of sentenced inmates who are eligible for parole or commutation.  The incumbent will also provide coverage for other psychologists in the Forensic Unit as needed.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • Selects, administers, scores and interprets a wide variety of psychological tests to measure and evaluate intelligence, achievement, personality, interests and other mental characteristics.
     
  • Interviews and observes individuals at play, in group interactions, or other situations to detect indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment.
     
  • Communicates with public, private and state agencies, community service organizations, courts, schools, police and families in order to develop effective treatment strategies.
     
  • Analyzes information to assess individual problems.
     
  • Evaluates the relevance and importance of psychological theories, concepts and principles.
     
  • Identifies symptoms, makes diagnoses and develops approach to treatment.
     
  • Develops and implements treatment plans, evaluates effectiveness and adapts plans. 
       
  • Engages individuals in assisting in the identification of their emotional problems and in the identification of a variety of interventions to assist in addressing these issues.
  • Provides psychotherapy and other various treatments to individuals, groups and/or families. 
     
  • Conducts psychological practice according to the ethical standards of psychology.
     
  • Writes progress notes and reports regarding test interpretation, evaluation and individual progress.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Psychologist
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Possession of a doctoral degree in psychology.
  2. Possession of a Delaware Psychologist license or eligibility for a Delaware Psychologist license.

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before (3/17/2021) upon filling the vacant position.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.    

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

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Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.