DSS Licensed Psychologist / 61166996

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

15 days annual leave

13 paid holidays

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking a licensed psychologist for a temporary-grant position focused on evaluating and supporting children, youth, and families with complex behavioral and mental health needs.

The role requires advanced psychological expertise, consultation with DSS staff, and leadership in coordinating inter-agency services. A Doctorate in Applied Psychology and SC licensure (or within 2 years) are required, with field work and transport duties expected.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Applied Psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in the practice of applied psychology.
• Current license to practice psychology in South Carolina or eligibility for licensure within two years.
• Valid drivers license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced psychological expertise for children and youth involved with DSS, including evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment recommendations.
• Serve as a clinical resource, providing consultation to DSS staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and develop service recommendations for complex behavioral and mental health needs.
• Participate in Child and Family Team Meetings and inter-agency staffing with clinical recommendations.
• Review and interpret testing, case records, and collateral information to support diagnostic decision-making.
• Conduct clinical interviews with youth, families, caregivers, and DSS staff.
• Provide clinical guidance to county and regional DSS staff to support case planning and interventions.
• Deliver training and education to DSS staff and partners on behavioral health topics and interventions.
• Provide clinical guidance in absence of Lead Clinical Specialist to ensure continuity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Diagnostic assessment

Interagency collaboration

Clinical consultation

Education

Doctorate in Applied Psychology

Job description

SPECIAL NOTICE: THIS IS A TEMPORARY-GRANT POSITION

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community?Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

• The DSS Licensed Psychologist will provide advanced psychological expertise for children and youth involved with the South Carolina Department of Social Services, including comprehensive evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and development of treatment and service recommendations for complex behavioral and mental health needs. The incumbent will serve as a clinical resource, providing consultation and guidance to DSS staff and multidisciplinary teams to support case planning and decision making. This role requires the application of independent clinical judgement in high-risk and sensitive cases and provides clinical guidance to ensure continuity and adherence to established standards and psychological practice.

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and youth involved with DSS, including diagnostic assessment and development of treatment and service recommendations for complex behavioral and mental health needs.

• Participate in Child and Family Team Meetings (CFTMs) and inter-agency staffing, providing clinical recommendations for children and youth with significant mental health and developmental concerns.

• Review and interpret psychological testing, case records, and collateral information to support diagnostic clarification and clinical decision-making.

• Conduct clinical interviews with youth, families, caregivers, and DSS staff to assess psychological functioning, risk factors, and service needs.

• Provide clinical consultation and guidance to county and regional DSS staff to support case planning, service coordination, and appropriate interventions.

• Deliver training and education to DSS staff and partners on behavioral health topics, assessment findings, and recommended interventions.

• Provide clinical guidance in the absence of the Lead Clinical Specialist to ensure continuity and adherence to established standards of practice.

• Perform other related professional duties as assigned.

A Doctorate in Applied Psychology from an accredited college or university and experience in the practice of applied psychology.

Current licensed to practice psychology in the State of South Carolina or eligibility for licensure within two (2) years.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION:Child Health & Well-Being / Richland County