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Working Title: Treatment Psychologist

Job Class: Psychologist 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/09/2024

• Closing Date : 05/01/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / MAPE Forensics

• Division/Unit : Direct Care & Treatment / MSOP Prof Staff / MSOP St. Peter

• Work Shift: Day Shift

• Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $37.65 - $55.95 / hourly; $78,613 - $116,823 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• 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.

This position was previously posted; if you've already applied, you do not need to apply again.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides comprehensive services to 740 civilly committed clients. Services include sex offense specific treatment, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming and volunteer services, and health and wellness.

Our team in St. Peter, MN is seeking dynamic, dedicated individuals to join us for a unique and rewarding career opportunity as a Treatment Psychologist. As a Treatment Psychologist you’ll have the opportunity to work on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of civilly committed sexual offenders. 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 psychological treatment services and act as a consultant regarding diagnosis, treatment planning, and developing strategies to assist clients, and other related issues as requested by treatment teams and other disciplines. Provide targeted individualized therapy.

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

• Provide leadership and clinical direction to other psychologists, disciplines, and MSOP staff.

• Effectively solves problems using creativity and a thorough knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.

NOTE: This announcement will be used to fill multiple full-time, permanent, day shift vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Licensure as a psychologist by the Minnesota Board of Psychology (LP)*

• 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.

• Knowledge and experience in individual therapy, as well as familiarity with residential treatment, forensic populations, and court processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

This position requires successful completion of the following:

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 a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR 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.