State of Connecticut
Psychologist (Clinical) (35 Hour) Office/On-site #250219-6629HJ-001
State of Connecticut, East Windsor, Connecticut, us, 06088
Introduction
Do you possess a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology with one (1) year of post-doctoral experience? If so, we invite you to apply to join our team today! The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) – Albert J. Solnit Children’s Center – North Campus, is accepting applications for one (1) part-time Psychologist (Clinical) in East Windsor, CT. The ideal candidate will be able to conduct psychological assessments and associated report writing in a 34-hour work week.
Position Highlights:
PCN 105485
Part-time | 1st shift | 34 Hours per week Monday – Thursday | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
In your role as a Psychologist (Clinical), you will have the opportunity to:
Participate in and coordinate clinical psychological services for a complex ward or group of wards or comparable units staffed by psychiatric, nursing or other individual care personnel;
Provide consultation on difficult cases representing complex intellectual, emotional and/or social problems;
Engage in diagnostic and psychotherapeutic services;
Attend staff meetings;
Coordinate psychological treatment modalities with other disciplines and services;
Develop and implement new service programs;
Conduct research and report findings in a manner suitable for professional publication;
Consult with community agencies and organizations;
Conduct training sessions for interns and staff and may participate in training of psychiatric residents;
May address lay and professional groups;
Perform related duties as required.
What we can offer you:
Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. A healthy work-life balance to all employees! Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers. The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
About the Department of Children and Families:
Caring, healing and teaching - partnering with children, families and communities to build hope and create opportunities. We believe that children and adolescents with serious emotional disorders can lead productive and satisfying lives. Children, youth and their families have the right and responsibility to participate in their treatment. No child will be refused treatment based on their ability to pay for services. Our services work best when integrated with community care.
About the Albert J. Solnit Children’s Center:
The Albert J. Solnit Children's Center - North Campus serves as a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility, providing treatment to adolescent males between the ages of 13 and 17 with complex psychiatric needs. The program is designed to be the bridge from hospital to home and community or as a diversionary placement to avoid the need for a hospital stay.
The campus includes: Four coed hospital units, three female adolescent Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility cottages (PRTF), two schools, an indoor pool, playgrounds, ball field, two gyms, recreation rooms, and outdoor picnic area.
Selection Plan
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
Meet Minimum Qualifications:
Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits:
List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. Resume Policy:
Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. Preferred Shift/Location:
Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission:
All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions:
This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. Prepare For An Interview:
Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. Stay connected!
Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above; however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state facility this class is accountable for performing the full range of psychotherapy or other professional psychological services including diagnostic testing, behavior modification, program development and evaluation, community outreach, education and training, rehabilitation and/or research. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Participates in and coordinates clinical psychological services for a complex ward or group of wards or comparable units; Provides consultation on difficult cases; Engages in diagnostic and psychotherapeutic services; Attends staff meetings; Coordinates psychological treatment modalities; Develops and implements new service programs; Conducts research and reports findings; Consults with community agencies; Conducts training sessions for interns and staff; May address lay and professional groups; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Considerable knowledge of abnormal and clinical psychology; Skill in selection, administration, scoring and evaluation of tests; Knowledge of psychological research methodology; Considerable interpersonal skills; Oral and written communication skills; Ability to make clinical diagnoses and prognoses; Ability to coordinate clinical services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE A doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology and one (1) year of post-doctoral experience as a psychologist working under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with adolescents in psychiatric settings. Experience working with multicultural and diverse populations. Experience with supervising graduate level psychology students. Experience conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents must possess and retain a license to practice psychology in Connecticut. Incumbents may be required to travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive individuals. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.
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Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits:
List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. Resume Policy:
Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. Preferred Shift/Location:
Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission:
All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions:
This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. Prepare For An Interview:
Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. Stay connected!
Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above; however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state facility this class is accountable for performing the full range of psychotherapy or other professional psychological services including diagnostic testing, behavior modification, program development and evaluation, community outreach, education and training, rehabilitation and/or research. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Participates in and coordinates clinical psychological services for a complex ward or group of wards or comparable units; Provides consultation on difficult cases; Engages in diagnostic and psychotherapeutic services; Attends staff meetings; Coordinates psychological treatment modalities; Develops and implements new service programs; Conducts research and reports findings; Consults with community agencies; Conducts training sessions for interns and staff; May address lay and professional groups; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Considerable knowledge of abnormal and clinical psychology; Skill in selection, administration, scoring and evaluation of tests; Knowledge of psychological research methodology; Considerable interpersonal skills; Oral and written communication skills; Ability to make clinical diagnoses and prognoses; Ability to coordinate clinical services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE A doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology and one (1) year of post-doctoral experience as a psychologist working under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with adolescents in psychiatric settings. Experience working with multicultural and diverse populations. Experience with supervising graduate level psychology students. Experience conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents must possess and retain a license to practice psychology in Connecticut. Incumbents may be required to travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive individuals. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.
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