director of psychology - Labette, KS, United States - State of Kansas

Description

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: 04/29/2024

Parsons State Hospital & Training Center

Vision Statement:
People experiencing the highest quality of life regardless of the challenges.

Mission Statement:
To improve lives by connecting people with supports and services.


About the Position:

Who can apply:
Anyone (External)

• Classified/

Unclassified Service:
Unclassified

• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Work Schedule: 8:00a-5:00p

• Eligible to

Receive Benefits:
Yes

• Veterans'

Preference Eligible:
Yes

• Search Keywords: Psychologist, Director

Compensation:
$110,000 - $130,000 annually

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information...

Position is located at Parsons State Hospital & Training Center, days/hours may vary. A negative drug screen is required as a condition of employment.

All employees are expected to work in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service: to use free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments and perform other tasks as needed; to contribute to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, customers and the general public; and to adhere to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave, reports to work on time and in the designated fashion.

The person in this position will serve as the Director of Psychology for the entire agency.

In addition to the direct supervision of the agency psychologists and ancillary staff in the Psychology Department, this person will be responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and coordinating all the psychological services provided by the psychology staff for residents and for community individuals referred to the agency for outreach services and will provide direct psychological services to the school-age individuals admitted to PSHTC for service.

The essential functions of this position require the employee to be able to accurately observe behavior in others to carry out assessment, treatment, consulting, and staff training functions; must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with residents, staff, colleagues, persons supervised, and supervisors directly through personal contact, via the telephone, or in written format.

Parsons State Hospital is funded in part by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to requirements bestowed by Federal and State levels of government conditions of participation.

Qualifications:

Minimum Criteria:

Completion of a Master's degree in psychology from an accredited university or completion of a program of study acceptable to the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board that meets the requirements to be licensed as a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, or eligible to become licensed as a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist within two years of employment.

One year experience assisting individuals through diagnosis, treatment, psychotherapy, and implementation of positive behavior support programs.



Preferred Criteria:

Completion of a Doctorate degree in psychology from an accredited university or completion of a program of study acceptable to the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board with a license practice as a Licensed Psychologist in Kansas.

One year of experience assisting individuals through diagnosis, psychotherapy and implementation of behavior modification programs.

Special Requirements for Minimum and

Preferred Criteria:
Two years administrative or supervisory experience overseeing a psychology department or related mental health field (no educational substitution).


Meet one of the following:

• Possess a license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist through the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
• Meet the requirements to become licensed as a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist through the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board within two years of employment.
• Possess a license to practice as a Licensed Psychologist through the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of psychology including testing, diagnostic assessment, treatment issues, intellectual/developmental disabilities, psychiatric impairments, research and design, behavior analysis, individual and group behavior management, and the evaluation of program effectiveness; knowledge of the principles and practices of staff administration, supervision, and evaluation.

Staff who operates a motor vehicle must possess a valid Kansas driver's license.

Positions in this class require that at the time of appointment the selected candidate must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services.

Persons hired must also pass a law enforcement security clearance in compliance with policies of the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services.

Contact Information:

Recruiter Contact:

Name:

Crystal Edwards Phone:
x 3064


Email:
Fax:


Required documents for this application to be complete:
On the My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and upload new if needed.

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

Job Application Process

• Complete Paper application. Paper applications can be found at the desk of the operator or in Human Resources. Both located in the Administration Building at PSHTC. OR
• Sign in to your existing account or Register for a new account.
• Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page.
• Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.
• Complete and Submit your application.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
• Email - the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information page.
• Notifications - view the Careers>My Job Notifications page.

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• Instructions:
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• Application
• Frequently Asked Questions

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a veteran; under K.S.A will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position.

The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.