What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS WSH Psychologist position at State of Washington?
DSHS Evaluating Psychologist
Are you looking for a meaningful career in assessment with room to grow, job stability, excellent benefits, consultation opportunities, and a chance to work within a multidisciplinary team? If you are passionate about working with people experiencing severe mental illness, we have a spot for you! Check out Western State Hospital's Civil Center of Excellence, located on the historical Fort Steilacoom Campus and currently under expansion.
We are hiring motivated, enthusiastic candidates to work as evaluating Psychologists in Western State Hospital’s Civil Center of Excellence. You will assess patients being considered for discharge, evaluate relevant risks, and make recommendations to mitigate any identified risks.
Outside of typical work duties, there are opportunities to enhance your professional development, share your knowledge of psychological assessment concepts, obtain free continuing education units, and join committees of interest.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Some of what you will be doing:
Professionals with a doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited school or department of psychology and preferably two years of doctoral experience working in an inpatient or forensic setting with people who experience severe mental illness. Individuals with formal training in forensic/psychological testing are preferred.
In-training positions are available for unlicensed applicants with doctoral degrees. You must be approved to take EPPP in WA state or have passed EPPP and applied for licensure in WA state.
How to apply:
Completed applications will include –
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions about this opportunity? Contact the recruiter at Jourdan.Phipps@dshs.wa.gov or 360-995-2275 and reference #00292. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security" on your website and on printed materials.
Are you looking for a meaningful career in assessment with room to grow, job stability, excellent benefits, consultation opportunities, and a chance to work within a multidisciplinary team? If you are passionate about working with people experiencing severe mental illness, we have a spot for you! Check out Western State Hospital's Civil Center of Excellence, located on the historical Fort Steilacoom Campus and currently under expansion.
We are hiring motivated, enthusiastic candidates to work as evaluating Psychologists in Western State Hospital’s Civil Center of Excellence. You will assess patients being considered for discharge, evaluate relevant risks, and make recommendations to mitigate any identified risks.
Outside of typical work duties, there are opportunities to enhance your professional development, share your knowledge of psychological assessment concepts, obtain free continuing education units, and join committees of interest.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Some of what you will be doing:
- Completing assessments of violence and forensic risk
- Consulting with the team and other stakeholders regarding risk and risk mitigation
- Providing court testimony (where applicable)
- Completing required documentation according to professional, hospital, and CMS standards
Professionals with a doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited school or department of psychology and preferably two years of doctoral experience working in an inpatient or forensic setting with people who experience severe mental illness. Individuals with formal training in forensic/psychological testing are preferred.
In-training positions are available for unlicensed applicants with doctoral degrees. You must be approved to take EPPP in WA state or have passed EPPP and applied for licensure in WA state.
How to apply:
Completed applications will include –
- Resume/CV
- Letter of interest
- Three professional references with current contact information
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions about this opportunity? Contact the recruiter at Jourdan.Phipps@dshs.wa.gov or 360-995-2275 and reference #00292. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security" on your website and on printed materials.
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