Psychologist

State of Maryland; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligibility after probation

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

State of Delaware is seeking a licensed psychologist to join the Office of Evidence-Based Practice within the Continuous Quality Improvement and Consultation Unit. The role involves conducting assessments, providing evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with community partners to support youth and families.

Essential duties include administering tests, developing treatment plans, delivering psychotherapy, and preparing reports.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology required.
• Delaware Psychologist license or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Administers and interprets a wide variety of psychological tests.
• Interviews and observes individuals to assess mental health and functioning.
• Develops and implements treatment plans and monitors progress.
• Provides psychotherapy to individuals, groups, and families.
• Writes progress notes and reports on evaluation results and progress.

Skills

Psychological testing

Clinical interviews

Treatment planning

Progress reporting

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

Summary Statement

This position is housed in the Office of Evidence-Based Practice within the Continuous Quality Improvement and Consultation Unit. The work of this unit centers around supporting the Department by bringing evidence-based services and supports to the youth and families of Delaware. Duties include: researching evidence-based practices and assessment tools, assisting in the management of grants, collecting and analyzing data and creating reports, collaborating with other entities including community providers, providing training, performing clinical assessments, rendering consultation services, and serving on committees. This position may be eligible for part-time telework following a probationary period.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Selects, administers, scores and interprets a wide variety of psychological tests to measure and evaluate intelligence, achievement, personality, interests and other mental characteristics.
• Interviews and observes individuals at play, in group interactions, or other situations to detect indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment.
• Communicates with public, private and state agencies, community service organizations, courts, schools, police and families in order to develop effective treatment strategies.
• Analyzes information to assess individual problems.
• Evaluates the relevance and importance of psychological theories, concepts and principles.
• Identifies symptoms, makes diagnoses and develops approach to treatment.
• Develops and implements treatment plans, evaluates effectiveness and adapts plans.
• Engages individuals in assisting in the identification of their emotional problems and in the identification of a variety of interventions to assist in addressing these issues.
• Provides psychotherapy and other various treatments to individuals, groups and/or families.
• Conducts psychological practice according to the ethical standards of psychology.
• Writes progress notes and reports regarding test interpretation, evaluation and individual progress.

Job Requirements

• Possession of a doctoral degree in psychology.
• Possession of a Delaware Psychologist license or eligibility for a Delaware Psychologist license.

Additional Posting Information

This position may be eligible for part-time telework after a mandatory in‑person probationary period. The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Pre‑employment drug testing: Upon a conditional offer, applicants must undergo pre‑employment drug testing.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

As a condition of hire, if the applicant does not possess a Delaware Psychologist license, they must agree to obtain a Delaware Psychologist license within six months.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list the name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application online, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.