Psychologist

Position Summary

As a psychologist, you will carry out direct service activities, consultation, training, research, program evaluation, supervision of affiliate students, and other functions as assigned. Direct services include the assessment/evaluation and treatment of adolescent residents of MJTC. Other responsibilities:

• Function as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team. Part of this function includes taking a clinical leadership role in the assessment of resident needs and the development of appropriate treatment interventions.
• Provide training for staff in relevant topic areas and serve as a supervisor for psychology interns and affiliate students.
• Research and program evaluation activities as part of the overall quality improvement efforts of the unit.

Salary Information

Starting annual salary* is up to $126,900, plus excellent benefits.

• *Salary includes $6.00 /hour add-on for Doctorate and $5 /hour add-on for WI licensure.
• $2,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; who stay with the facility in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,000 upon hire and $1,000 after completing probation.
• 12-month probationary period is required. Pay schedule and range is 12/60.
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

Job Details

All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a Caregiver background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility within 30 days of the start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified candidates must have:

• Licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Wisconsin. Licensure must be obtained by time of appointment. Please refer to the WI Department of Safety and Professional Services website for more information on licensing. Eligibility means the candidate has applied and is in the process of obtaining a license in the State of Wisconsin.

A well-qualified candidate will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience working with patients with mental health illnesses in a forensic setting.
• Experience performing forensic evaluations.
• Experience providing supervision to interns or affiliate students.

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How To Apply

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Helpful Information:

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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Allyvia Vang in Human Resources at allyviam.vang@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.