State of Maryland
PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES CHIEF **REPOST** (STATEWIDE)
State of Maryland, Westover, Maryland, us, 21890
Introduction
If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
REPOST PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT TO APPLY
Grade 24
Location of Position This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies across the state of Maryland. When completing the application, select all locations you are willing to work.
Current vacancies are located in:
Somerset County
Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI) – 30420 Revells Neck Rd., Westover, MD 21890
Position Duties This position is eligible for one day of telework after the probation period.
The main purpose of this position is to serve as the Psychology Services Chief for the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in a geographical region. As such the incumbent is responsible for directing, coordinating, and integrating psychology services within each correctional institution located within the region. This includes the regional Correctional Mental Health Unit (if applicable) located in the region. Responsibilities include program development, diagnostic assessment, clinical consultation, and audit functions. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for administrative supervision as well as clinical supervision of the psychologist in the region.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Direct and coordinate all psychology activities of the mental health program within the DPSCS region.
Collect and review institutional monthly statistical reports to determine the status of the region’s mental health program activities, ensuring timely reporting, assessing workload, and verifying accurate information.
Oversee peer reviews and/or audits of the performance of mental health personnel within the region.
Consult with other program directors and managers or officials of agencies outside the Department on policies, plans, goals of the mental health program and needs of the incarcerated individual population.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders regarding ongoing litigation.
Perform duties as assigned by the Director and/or Deputy of Mental Health.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., Psy.D.) in Psychology.
One year of experience working within a correctional mental health department.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications Candidates must be licensed as a Psychologist by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Psychologists prior to permanent appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have a Maryland license may apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license has been obtained, submit a copy of the license to the Maryland Department of Health Testing Unit.
Selection Process Please ensure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.
Examination Process The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and report all experience and education that is related to this position.
Benefits
Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave – six (6) personal days annually.
Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays – twelve (12) holidays per year.
Pension – State employees earn credit toward a 20‑year retirement pension.
Reimbursement of costs for eligible classes and release time for job‑related CEU training.
Reimbursement of costs of licensure or certification as required by clinical specialty.
Tuition reimbursement available through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Further Instructions Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD‑Recruitment Division at 410‑585‑3999.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
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REPOST PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT TO APPLY
Grade 24
Location of Position This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies across the state of Maryland. When completing the application, select all locations you are willing to work.
Current vacancies are located in:
Somerset County
Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI) – 30420 Revells Neck Rd., Westover, MD 21890
Position Duties This position is eligible for one day of telework after the probation period.
The main purpose of this position is to serve as the Psychology Services Chief for the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in a geographical region. As such the incumbent is responsible for directing, coordinating, and integrating psychology services within each correctional institution located within the region. This includes the regional Correctional Mental Health Unit (if applicable) located in the region. Responsibilities include program development, diagnostic assessment, clinical consultation, and audit functions. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for administrative supervision as well as clinical supervision of the psychologist in the region.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Direct and coordinate all psychology activities of the mental health program within the DPSCS region.
Collect and review institutional monthly statistical reports to determine the status of the region’s mental health program activities, ensuring timely reporting, assessing workload, and verifying accurate information.
Oversee peer reviews and/or audits of the performance of mental health personnel within the region.
Consult with other program directors and managers or officials of agencies outside the Department on policies, plans, goals of the mental health program and needs of the incarcerated individual population.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders regarding ongoing litigation.
Perform duties as assigned by the Director and/or Deputy of Mental Health.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., Psy.D.) in Psychology.
One year of experience working within a correctional mental health department.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications Candidates must be licensed as a Psychologist by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Psychologists prior to permanent appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have a Maryland license may apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license has been obtained, submit a copy of the license to the Maryland Department of Health Testing Unit.
Selection Process Please ensure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.
Examination Process The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and report all experience and education that is related to this position.
Benefits
Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave – six (6) personal days annually.
Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays – twelve (12) holidays per year.
Pension – State employees earn credit toward a 20‑year retirement pension.
Reimbursement of costs for eligible classes and release time for job‑related CEU training.
Reimbursement of costs of licensure or certification as required by clinical specialty.
Tuition reimbursement available through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Further Instructions Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD‑Recruitment Division at 410‑585‑3999.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
#J-18808-Ljbffr