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Working Title: Assessment Psychologist

Job Class: Behavioral Medicine Practitioner

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/10/2024

• Closing Date : 05/09/2024

• Hiring Agency : Department Human Services

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / MSOP Clinical/Medical / MSOP SP Program Assessment

• Work Shif t:Day Shift

• Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $35.69 - $58.96 / hourly; $74,520 - $123,108 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Candidates may be eligible for relocation reimbursement and a hiring incentive of up to $7,500*.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) in St. Peter is seeking a dynamic Assessment Psychologist to work on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of individuals who have sexually offended. We are committed to being a leader in the industry, implementing the latest research throughout all aspects of our program.

With great support from a dedicated and experienced clinical management team, as well as organizational support from our senior leadership team, you will:

• Provide expertise in the specialized field of sex offense specific treatment, assessment, and research as a crucial member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team.

• Conduct integrated psychological assessments to address a rage of referral questions, including those related to psychosexual, mental health, personality, and/or cognitive/neuropsychological functioning as well as other treatment concerns as clinically indicated.

• Present information regarding psychological assessment results, treatment progress, and other pertinent clinical data to appropriate authorities within the facility, the Special Review Board, the Minnesota Courts, and other pertinent state and community agencies, as required.

• Provides leadership and clinical direction to program delivery staff regarding the overall program treatment model and treatment process, including facilitating training, consultation, and supervision of predoctoral interns as assigned.

Why Work For MSOP

You owe it to yourself to check out this exciting and rewarding career at MSOP with Direct Care and Treatment, the behavioral health care system operated by the Department of Human Services.

Led by seasoned and respected professionals, MSOP is a comprehensive sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community in a secure setting. MSOP is committed to the professional growth of staff and applying current best practices to assist our clients in making meaningful change. MSOP, while rooted in public safety, is focused on the capacity to clients to change and ultimately be reintegrated into the community when risk to the public is sufficiently reduced.

**Working for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment division PAYS!

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

• Up to $7,500 Hiring Bonus*!

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

• Annual pay increases

• Tuition reimbursement for courses related to the work of DHS

• Student loan reimbursement for eligible positions

*Current State of Minnesota employees are not eligible for a hiring bonus.

Note: This announcement will be used to fill three (3) vacancies. This is an extension of the original announcement. If you already applied, you do not need to reapply.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must:

• Possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical psychology; AND

• Be licensed or license eligible as a psychologist by the Minnesota Board of Psychology (LP)*; AND

• Doctoral level Graduates working towards Licensure: A Psychologist 3 may be hired on a provisional appointment and receive supervision under a Licensed MSOP Staff Psychologist, while working towards Licensure.

• One year of post-license experience, AND

• Have knowledge and experience in assessments and integrated report writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in delivering mental health/sex offense specific treatment in a secure and/or residential setting.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.