Psychologist 2

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic and demanding situations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a key player in preparing clients for successful reentry into society as a Psychologist 2 at the Iowa Department of Corrections.

We value initiative and independent judgment, and you will be part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to observe and assess client behaviors and interactions. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to build quality relationships with clients will be essential in driving positive change.

Your dedication to client welfare extends to supporting clients in achieving their goals, considering individual needs, disabilities, trauma, and cultural responsiveness. Safety is paramount, and you will be prepared to respond to emergencies using appropriate defensive tactics and life-saving measures.

We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety.

As a State of Iowa Employee, you will also receive a robust benefits package including:

• Paid time off including vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave hours that you can accrue

• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Package

• IPERS Retirement package and option for deferred compensation

• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)

• Free Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Employee Discount Programs

If you're ready to take on this fulfilling and impactful role, apply now and join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

HOURS:

Variable schedule -generally Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:30pm with flexibility required.

Including generally one evening per week to provide clinical services for clients and

accommodate their work schedules. Infrequent but occasional night or weekend hours

to provide crisis services for clients, travel, or professional development (training)

requirements. Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: 

1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a doctorate degree in psychology, behavior analysis, or counseling. 2) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in psychology, behavior analysis, social work, or counseling, and experience equal to two years of full-time clinical work in the provision of counseling and therapy in an institutional or community mental health, intellectual disability, long-term care, or correctional program. 

2. Possession of a license to practice psychology from the Iowa Board of Psychology. 

3. Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes twelve months of full-time work as a Psychologist 1.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.Current licensure or ability to obtain a license within two years as a mental health provider in the State of Iowa examples include: LMFT, LMHC, LISW or above.