L&I Psychologist 3
State of Washington
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State of Washington’s Department of Labor & Industries, Insurance Services Division, Office of the Medical Director, seeks a Psychologist 3 to reduce disability and promote evidence-based mental health care for injured workers.
The role plans, directs program improvements, provides clinical consultation, and partners with claims staff to resolve high-risk cases while advancing training on behavioral health policies.
Qualificações
- PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology and licensure in Washington state.
- One year of postdoctoral psychology experience or equivalent.
- Strong clinical and operational problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
- Ability to communicate clearly, train diverse audiences, and collaborate with stakeholders.
- Experience with medical/healthcare systems and interdisciplinary teams, including PTSD care.
Responsabilidades
- Plan, organize, direct program improvements in mental and behavioral health management.
- Provide clinical psychology consultation to staff and providers.
- Conduct claim reviews and support return-to-work strategies.
- Lead education and training on behavioral health policies for internal audiences.
- Collaborate across units to ensure standardized, high-quality care.
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Descrição da oferta de emprego
- American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability
The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), Insurance Services Division, is seeking a Psychologist 3 to join our team in the Office of the Medical Director. In this position you will have a key role in reducing long-term disability by promoting evidence-based, effective, and safe mental health care for injured workers.
In this position you will plan, organize and direct program improvements in mental and behavioral health management. You will provide clinical psychology consultation and expertise to internal L&I staff and others to prevent disability, improve health and work outcomes, and prevent harm to injured workers and crime survivors. The work of this position directly supports our mission to keep Washington safe and working.
The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety, health, and security of Washington's workers. We help employers meet safety and health standards and inspect workplaces when alerted to hazards. As administrators of the state's workers' compensation system, we are similar to a large insurance company providing medical and limited wage-replacement coverage to workers who suffer job-related injuries and illness. Our rules and enforcement programs help ensure workers are paid what they are owed, that children and teens' work hours are limited, and that consumers are protected from unsound business practices.
Insurance Services is the largest division within the agency and administers one of the premier workers’ compensation organizations in the nation serving over 3.8 million employees working for 260,000 employers. Within Insurance Services, the Office of the Medical Director (OMD) is responsible for L&I’s statewide health policy to ensure that injured and ill workers have access to high quality, evidence-based care and that services paid for by the workers’ compensation Medical Aid Fund are clinically appropriate and cost effective.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written format, and present complex information to various audiences in a way that is easy to understand.
- Ability to develop and deliver training to varied audiences.
- Ability to review, independently interpret, analyze, and apply specialized program policies and procedures to draw sound conclusions and make recommendations and decisions based on data.
- Ability to authentically listen and collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds and build and maintain positive, respectful working relationships and partnerships.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Experience working within medical/healthcare systems and/or interdisciplinary healthcare teams and engaging in specialized treatment of mental health conditions (including PTSD).
- Plan, organize, direct, and provide clinical consultation and claim support to staff and treating providers.
- Serve as psychologist consultant to Insurance Services staff and others.
- Provide consultation in appropriate application of clinical practice guidelines and occupational health best practices for behavioral and mental health services.
- Conduct claim reviews.
- Develop a proactive hands-on partnership with designated claims staff and provide clinical consultation to resolve complex, high risk, or challenging cases.
- Engage in collaboration across the Office of the Medical Director to ensure cross-unit standardization and quality control.
- Collaborate in clinical decision making, treatment plan evaluation, and return to work strategy development in conjunction with Return-to-Work Partnerships.
- Lead and develop education and training on behavioral and mental health policies and procedures to a variety of audiences.
- Lead and support training initiatives for internal audiences including claims managers and occupational nurse consultants.
- Develop and deliver education and training on a variety of mental health-related topics for claims managers and occupational nurse consultants.
- Participate, develop and consult on strategy, review, formulation, and conduct of training and educational material and seminars/discussions.
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure the delivery of high quality behavioral and mental health services for workers.
- Engage in proactive partnerships and outreach with providers and workers.
- Provide expert guidance on policies and processes to positively impact mental healthcare delivery and provider experiences.
Required:
- PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology and a valid, unrestricted license to practice as a clinical psychologist in the State of Washington.
AND
- One year of postdoctoral psychology experience or equivalent.
AND
- A strategic and mission-driven mindset, with a passion for improving health outcomes and recovery for injured workers in Washington State.
- Strong clinical and operational problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions and prioritize effectively in complex or high-pressure environments.
- Ability to function independently in a claims consultation role in partnership with the Associate Medical Director for Psychology who will provide direct supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a public service orientation.
- Interpersonal effectiveness and cultural competency in working with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds, including agency staff, injured workers, healthcare providers, and the public.
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
- Completion of a post-doctoral fellowship in a relevant specialty such as rehabilitation psychology, health psychology, pain psychology, or trauma psychology.
- Clinical experience within medical/healthcare systems, having specialized in the treatment of mental health conditions, chronic illness management, or health psychology.
- Experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff.
- Three (3) years experience in trauma, pain, rehabilitation and/or health psychology.
- Teaching or training experience in mental/behavioral health or other relevant healthcare topics—particularly for adult learners or professional audiences.
- Experience with Washington workers’ compensation.
At L&I, your voice matters. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety, health and security of Washington's 3.8 million workers. Watch this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.
L&I provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including paid leave, tuition reimbursement, Infants at Work Program and a generous retirement package for qualified employees at the end of their career.
We value our employees and their work-life balance. We support a hybrid work model and offer flexible custom work schedules. This position is eligible for a flexible schedule upon approval by management.
The assigned duty station for this position is Tumwater, Washington. Although for this position, teleworking will be allowed up to full time with the expectation to attend selected in-person meetings and training, or upon business need.
Prior to placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history records will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.
- For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
- Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
- The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
- Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.
Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I’s Jobs@lni.wa.gov.
L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contributes to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest source of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need an accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials, and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Angela Laramie at hrbtu@lni.wa.gov.
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
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