Ohio Jobs
Psychologist - Full Time - With 15% Retention & Recruitment Supplement
Ohio Jobs, Athens, Ohio, United States, 45701
Psychologist - Full Time
Organization: Mental Health & Addiction Services - Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Work Location: Appalachia Behav - Athens, 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, 45701 Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens Compensation: $42.29 Schedule: Full-time Union: 1199 Primary Job Skill: Behavioral Health Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Risk Assessment, Behavioral Health, Communications, Therapy/Therapeutical Services Professional Skills: Adaptability, Building Trust, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality Agency Overview: At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 3,200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH. OhioMHAS Values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused) Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent) Value Driven Innovative (Yes Before No) Strong Sense of Urgency Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued. Job Description
What you'll do at OhioMHAS: At the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), our psychologists play a critical role in supporting the mental health and well-being of patients while contributing to the agency's mission. Specifically, they would: Conduct psychological evaluations and develop treatment plans tailored to the needs of patients. Provide individual and group therapy for mental health and substance use disorders, including issues such as trauma, self-injury, and interpersonal conflicts. Assess and manage suicide risks, offering crisis interventions and coping strategies. Perform court-ordered forensic evaluations, such as competency to stand trial and sanity assessments. Prepare detailed forensic reports and provide expert testimony in legal proceedings. Consult on cases involving guardianship, risk assessments, and discharge planning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement mental health and addiction treatment programs. Provide training, guidance, and technical support to staff and treatment teams. Recommend policies and procedures to improve patient care and program outcomes. Coordinate mental health services with community providers to ensure continuity of care. Act as a liaison between the institution, legal professionals, families, and case managers. Conduct research on psychological assessment and treatment approaches to inform best practices. Provides clinical support & instruction to graduate students & support staff. Deliver educational workshops, in-service training, and staff development programs. In this role, the psychologist would contribute to improving patient outcomes and supporting OhioMHAS's mission to provide innovative, evidence-based care and services. This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #15 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, hours may vary. This position is located within our Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, Ohio 45701. Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then performance based thereafter. Additional Salary / Appointment Information: Flexible weekday schedule Collegial work environment where learning is encouraged Generous recruitment/retention supplements available Starting hourly rate based on Board Eligibility or Board Certifications Voluntary on-duty coverage [after hours] opportunities at 80% of total hourly rate Physician loan repayment program [up to $30k per year] Up to 160 hours of vacation advancement upon hire Health benefits trade-off monthly lump sum supplement available Free malpractice insurance Must be able to complete a 2 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment At OhioMHAS we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.mha.ohio.gov Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications
License to practice psychology as issued by Ohio State Board of Psychology per Section 4732.12 or 4732.15 (A) of Ohio Revised Code. Job Skills: Behavioral Health All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record. Required Educational Transcripts: Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. Application Procedures: To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, "see resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly. Background Check Notice: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process
Organization: Mental Health & Addiction Services - Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Work Location: Appalachia Behav - Athens, 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, 45701 Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens Compensation: $42.29 Schedule: Full-time Union: 1199 Primary Job Skill: Behavioral Health Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Risk Assessment, Behavioral Health, Communications, Therapy/Therapeutical Services Professional Skills: Adaptability, Building Trust, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality Agency Overview: At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 3,200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH. OhioMHAS Values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused) Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent) Value Driven Innovative (Yes Before No) Strong Sense of Urgency Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued. Job Description
What you'll do at OhioMHAS: At the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), our psychologists play a critical role in supporting the mental health and well-being of patients while contributing to the agency's mission. Specifically, they would: Conduct psychological evaluations and develop treatment plans tailored to the needs of patients. Provide individual and group therapy for mental health and substance use disorders, including issues such as trauma, self-injury, and interpersonal conflicts. Assess and manage suicide risks, offering crisis interventions and coping strategies. Perform court-ordered forensic evaluations, such as competency to stand trial and sanity assessments. Prepare detailed forensic reports and provide expert testimony in legal proceedings. Consult on cases involving guardianship, risk assessments, and discharge planning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement mental health and addiction treatment programs. Provide training, guidance, and technical support to staff and treatment teams. Recommend policies and procedures to improve patient care and program outcomes. Coordinate mental health services with community providers to ensure continuity of care. Act as a liaison between the institution, legal professionals, families, and case managers. Conduct research on psychological assessment and treatment approaches to inform best practices. Provides clinical support & instruction to graduate students & support staff. Deliver educational workshops, in-service training, and staff development programs. In this role, the psychologist would contribute to improving patient outcomes and supporting OhioMHAS's mission to provide innovative, evidence-based care and services. This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #15 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, hours may vary. This position is located within our Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, Ohio 45701. Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then performance based thereafter. Additional Salary / Appointment Information: Flexible weekday schedule Collegial work environment where learning is encouraged Generous recruitment/retention supplements available Starting hourly rate based on Board Eligibility or Board Certifications Voluntary on-duty coverage [after hours] opportunities at 80% of total hourly rate Physician loan repayment program [up to $30k per year] Up to 160 hours of vacation advancement upon hire Health benefits trade-off monthly lump sum supplement available Free malpractice insurance Must be able to complete a 2 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment At OhioMHAS we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.mha.ohio.gov Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications
License to practice psychology as issued by Ohio State Board of Psychology per Section 4732.12 or 4732.15 (A) of Ohio Revised Code. Job Skills: Behavioral Health All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record. Required Educational Transcripts: Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. Application Procedures: To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, "see resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly. Background Check Notice: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process