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State of South Dakota

Clinical Psychologist

State of South Dakota, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States, 57102

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Overview

Clinical Psychologist role at State of South Dakota. Base pay range: $96,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr. The actual pay will be based on skills and experience; talk with your recruiter to learn more. This is a full-time position with the Department of Corrections. Location: Sioux Falls or Pierre. Agency: Department of Corrections. Job ID: 33600. Pay Grade: DS-C. For more information on the Department of Corrections: visit http://doc.sd.gov. Responsibilities

providing professional psychological services to offenders, including formal and informal mental health evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and clinical interventions; providing group services, individual therapy, and crisis intervention; assisting with screening and classification as needed; overseeing cases of competency restoration; close collaboration with members of the Risk Reduction team; using standardized tools (such as the VRAG-R and the PCL:SV) to conduct evaluations related to level of risk, violence, and psychopathy; providing recommendations to institutional and parole staff for high-risk offenders upon reentry; assisting with assessment pertaining to both emergency and non-emergency transfer for offenders experiencing acute mental health needs; participating in determination of eligibility for services (such as those pertaining to intellectual disability); working with educational staff in the formulation of Individualized Education Programs for some offenders, as well as diagnosis of learning disabilities (such as dyslexia); providing clinical direction, education, and training to non-clinical correctional staff in mental health care and treatment of offenders; working with other behavioral staff in the formation and implementation of behavior management and treatment plans; providing direct clinical supervision to psychology interns, when applicable; documenting accurately and timely to provide comprehensive offender mental health records; promoting and ensuring safety and security of the clinical and correctional environment through conscientious observations and contraband control; serving as a member of a multi-disciplinary team that addresses situations involving offenders with complex needs. This position involves occasional travel to DOC facilities across the state. Licenses And Certifications

Applicant must possess a doctoral degree from an accredited institution in psychology and must be licensed or license-eligible in the State of South Dakota. Required Qualifications

Must be licensed or license-eligible in South Dakota and hold a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited program. Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with corrections-involved clients or within a correctional setting is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

ability to provide professional behavioral health treatment to offenders; ability to assess, evaluate, and diagnose using evidence-based tools; ability to work with special populations within corrections, including offenders with sex offenses, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and violent offenders; excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across facility programs and with external agencies; ability to work independently and manage competing priorities; ability to provide comprehensive clinical documentation; ability to work with a diverse population of offenders; ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; ability to read and understand English; effective verbal and written English communication. Conditions Of Employment

The SD DOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, urine drug screen (UDS) and the candidate’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume and three references. This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Offers are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas. All hires will verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. E-Verify will be used upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers employer-paid health insurance, eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. Benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online : https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2PB You must apply online; emailed resumes will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us Equal Opportunity Employer Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries: Government Administration

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