State of Washington ยท 1 week ago
DSHS SCC Psychologist 4
The State of Washington's Special Commitment Center (SCC) is seeking a Psychologist to provide evidence-based treatment for individuals with paraphilias and personality disorders. The role involves developing treatment groups, providing individualized interventions, and participating in treatment team meetings.
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Responsibilities
Develop and lead evidence-based treatment groups
Provide individualized 1:1 intervention to selected clients
Attend, lead, and contribute to resident treatment team meetings, conferences, or debriefs
Administer and score testing to inform treatment recommendations
Complete electronic documentation of individual treatment sessions, observation reports, incident reports, and other official documentation
Develop case conceptualizations for use in development and implement individualized treatment planning
Participate in depositions and, if required, testify as a fact-witness
Qualification
Required
Professionals with a Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited school or department of psychology eligible for licensure in the state of Washington
Three years of post-doctoral psychology experience, including one year of experience supervising other professional psychologists
This job can be filled as a Psychologist 3 for those not licensed in the state of WA, based upon applicant's experience and previous education to pass WA's licensure exam within this specialized field
Preferred
Ability to provide clinical leadership and direction to clinical staff and interdisciplinary teams
Experience planning and implementing individual and group interventions for individuals in a forensic, mental health, or correctional setting
Knowledge of sex offense specific treatment outlined by the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA)
Knowledge of treatment adaptation needs for individuals with intellectual disabilities
Ability to collaboratively, professionally, and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and prioritize work, and willingness for flexibility
Ability to work with a diverse population
Ability to maintain firm and professional boundaries
Adherence to SCC and DSHS policy, legislation and/or law changes that may affect current licensure and/or registration requirements
Benefits
Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
8 hours of paid sick leave per month
12 paid holidays a year
Generous retirement plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Dependent Care Assistance
Deferred Compensation
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