Clinical Psychologist V, VI - Hawaii District Administration

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education

Hawaii

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USD 67,439 - 88,744

Full time

14 days+

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Paid holidays and vacation

Retirement plan

Job summary

An educational institution in Hawaii seeks a Clinical Psychologist VI to provide services to students across various schools. The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology, a valid license to practice, and have significant experience in psycho-diagnostics and psychotherapeutic services. This role also entails performing professional duties related to individual and group behaviors, making it essential for candidates to demonstrate maturity in clinical psychology. The position offers competitive compensation based on full-time employment.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree in clinical psychology with an internship or one year of professional work experience in the field.
Minimum of one additional year of professional clinical psychology experience for Level VI.

Responsibilities

Provide psycho-diagnostic, psychotherapeutic, and consultative services.
Perform professional work concerning the development and application of theories related to individual and group behavior.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Psycho-diagnostics

Psychotherapy

Consultative services

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical psychology

Valid license to practice psychology in Hawaii

Job description

Clinical Psychologist V, VI – Hawaii District Administration

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education

Description

This posting is used to fill Clinical Psychologist VI positions that provide services to students at various schools within the Hawaii District as needed and assigned by the Hawaii District Administration Office. The authorized level of the positions is Clinical Psychologist VI. Applications are being accepted down to the Clinical Psychologist V in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary

All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. Placement above the initial step will be based on special characteristics, critical needs of the position, exceptional qualifications, availability of funds, and other factors. Such appointments require prior approval and are in accordance with Department regulations.

Clinical Psychologist V, SR‑24: $6,043.00 – $7,351.00 per month

Clinical Psychologist VI, SR‑26: $6,535.00 – $7,952.00 per month

Examples of Duties

Perform professional work concerning the development and application of theories, principles, methods, and techniques related to individual and group behavior, especially for those with personality, social, emotional adjustment, or mental retardation issues.
Perform professional work in clinical psychology at a level of professional maturity.
Provide psycho‑diagnostic, psychotherapeutic, and consultative services.
Perform work in prevention, training, and/or research.
Some positions may include supervision over multidisciplinary staff performing program services in their respective areas of competence.
Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

General Requirements (Applicants must satisfy at least one of the following):

Doctoral degree in clinical psychology with an internship, or one year of professional work experience in the field.
Doctoral degree in a related specialty with required internship or post‑doctoral internship; or equivalent experience.
Doctoral degree from an APA‑approved program or a regionally accredited institution meeting National Register requirements.
Diplomate certificate in good standing from the American Board of Examiners in Professional Psychology.
Valid license to practice psychology in Hawaii.

For Level VI, applicants must also possess a minimum of one additional year of professional clinical psychology experience involving psycho‑diagnostic and psychotherapeutic services to individuals with severe problems of personality, social, emotional adjustment, or mental retardation, comparable to Level V in the State service.

Quality of Experience

Possession of the required number of years of experience will not be accepted as proof of qualification alone. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Licensed Required

Within two years from the date of appointment as a Clinical Psychologist V or higher, the applicant must meet licensing requirements and obtain a license issued by the Hawaii State Board of Psychology, as required by Chapter 465, HRS. Failure to obtain the license within two years may result in termination from State service.

Driver’s License Requirement

Some positions require applicants to possess a current, valid Driver’s License. Please indicate if you are interested in positions with this requirement. If so, provide a clear copy of your valid Driver’s License.

Supplemental Information

Salary: The advertised salary is based on full‑time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements: Applicants must meet all specified requirements for the position at the time of application, unless otherwise stated. Experience calculation follows full‑time, 40‑hour weeks; part‑time experience is prorated.

Temporary Assignment

TAs may be used to meet minimum qualifications and must be verified with one of the following:

A copy of the applicant’s TA History Report or equivalent.
A signed letter from the applicant’s supervisor detailing TA job title, dates, duties, and hours.
Copies of the applicant’s signed SF‑10 Forms.

Documents

Attach all relevant supporting documents. Documents attached before November 16, 2023 do not automatically carry over to applications submitted after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.

Information About Temporary Positions

Temporary positions may be extended year to year based on funding and departmental needs. Temporary employees may become permanent after satisfactory completion of at least six months probation.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, criminal history, or National Guard participation, in accordance with Title IX, Title VI, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Department does not discriminate in employment policies on the basis of the same categories, including sexual orientation, arrest and court record, National Guard participation, and as required by Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and other federal and state statutes.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

Benefits

Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year; 14 during an election year.
Vacation: 21 days per year in bargaining units 1–13.
Sick Leave: 21 days per year in bargaining units 1–13.
Health Insurance: Partial premium coverage for eligible employees.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
Premium Conversion Plan: Employees may increase take‑home pay by having the State deduct health care premium costs before payroll taxes.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce taxes through Island Flex pre‑tax benefit program.
Retirement Plan: State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees.
Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Eligible employees may participate in a tax‑sheltered annuity program.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in a tax‑deferred retirement investment program.
Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may receive benefits for non‑work related disability.
Social Security: Employer contributes to an employee’s Social Security account.
Workers’ Compensation: Benefits for medical expenses and wage support for injuries on the job.
Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees may join the union; non‑union members must pay service fees unless excluded.