Psychologist- Recovery and Self Motivation Program (RSM) (FSH)

State of Missouri; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Pension/Survivor Benefits

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Annual Leave & Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Free Shuttle to Jefferson City andColう

Unemployment Compensation

Social Security Retirement

Medicare

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a Psychologist for the Recovery and Self Motivation Program (RSM) at Fulton State Hospital in Fulton, MO. The role involves leading treatment groups, individual therapy, and case management within a high-security psychiatric rehabilitation setting.

The position requires a Doctorate in Psychology and Missouri licensure eligibility or licensure, with preferred experience in forensic inpatient care and related disorders.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology required.
• License eligible or licensed as a Psychologist in Missouri.
• Preferred: training and/or experience with forensic clients within an inpatient setting.
• Preferred: experience treating individuals with psychotic spectrum, mood and personality disorders.

Responsibilities

• Lead treatment groups; provide individual therapy and offer case management.
• Complete needed documentation and conduct/supervise psychological assessments.
• Add unique expertise to a diverse treatment team.
• May supervise students, interns and other staff as needed.
• May be part of ongoing research at the hospital.
• Serve as a faculty member in the APA accredited internship.

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Psychologist

Recovery and Self Motivation Program (RSM)

Salary: $86,250-$121,064 annually

Job Location

Recovery & Self-Motivation Program
Fulton State Hospital
600 East 5th Street
Fulton, MO 65251

Why You'll Love This Position

FSH is known for evidence-based treatment and innovative practices. The Recovery and Self-Motivation Program (RSM) serves 75 clients within a high security setting and was overhauled and re-implemented in 2019. The program’s population typically includes clients experiencing psychotic disorders or major mood disorders who may also have a primary or secondary personality disorder. Our primary focus is providing psychiatric rehabilitation through a nurturing and safe environment that fosters recovery. Our ultimate goal is to promote social connection and target prosocial values to help move these individuals toward self-management and reintegration into the community. The Recovery and Self-Motivation Program treats these individuals using a combination of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Prosocial Principles, while incorporating Restorative Justice practices.

Your Benefits Package

(paid for by your employer at no cost to you or cost is shared)

• Medical Insurance
• Strive Employee Life & Family (SELF) Program
• Pension/Survivor Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance (term)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Education Assistance (where available)
• Paid Holidays (14)
• Annual Leave & Sick Leave (starting at 10 hours per month of each)
• Parental Leave
• Workers’ Compensation
• Unemployment Compensation
• Social Security Retirement
• Medicare

Optional Benefits

(you pay premiums)

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance (term)
• Universal Life Insurance

Optional Tax-Saving Benefits

(you contribute money toward tax and retirement savings)

• Deferred Compensation (MO Deferred Comp)
• Health Savings Account (for those who are eligible)
• Cafeteria Plan

Additional Perks

• Free Shuttle to Jefferson City and Columbia
• Paid conferences and opportunities for CEUs
• Opportunities for research
• Supervision for licensure if needed

What You’ll Do

• Lead treatment groups; provide individual therapy and offer case management
• Complete needed documentation and conduct/supervise psychological assessments
• Add unique expertise to a diverse treatment team
• May supervise students, interns and other staff as needed
• May be a part of ongoing research at the hospital
• Serve as a faculty member in the APA accredited internship
• Leadership opportunities are available, as well as the ability to be involved in hospital wide committees

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology
• License eligible or licensed as a Psychologist in Missouri

Preferred Qualifications

• Training and/or experience with forensic clients within an inpatient setting
• Training and/or experience treating individuals diagnosed with psychotic spectrum. mood and personality disorders

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If You Have Questions About This Position Please Contact

Jessica Sergio, Ph.D.

Director of Psychology

[e-mail]