Introduction
\r\n\r\n�\r\n'Together, we are building a stronger Maryland.'\r\n\r\n\r\n-� Governor Wes Moore\r\n\r\n\r\nDo you want to join a dynamic, innovative team? Join one of the State of Maryland’s largest agencies, the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS)! When you work at DPSCS, it’s an opportunity to support and impact our large workforce, help ensure the public safety of Maryland’s residents and change the lives of returning citizens.\r\n\r\n\r\nVisit our website to learn more about the work we do�https://dpscs.maryland.gov/.\r\n\r\n
GRADE
ASTD20
LOCATION OF POSITION
Howard County\r\nDPSCS - Patuxent Institution\r\n7555 Waterloo Rd. Jessup MD 20794\r\n
POSITION DUTIES
Patuxent Institution is a maximum-security state prison designed to provide remediation programs and services to male and female incarcerated individuals based upon current best practices.�The\r\nPsychology Associate Doctorate, Correctional position is the doctorate,\r\nunlicensed level of professional work that is performed under the supervision\r\nof a licensed psychologist.�The main purpose of this position is to provide direct psychological services to incarcerated individuals in one or more programs.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSuch services may include, but are not limited to, the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Conducts risk assessments, diagnostic assessments, and other types of psychological assessments as assigned\r\n Provides direct psychotherapeutic services to incarcerated individuals to include cognitive-behavioral group psychotherapy, individual therapy, and crisis intervention\r\n May engage in research-related activities, supervision and training of unlicensed members of the psychology staff, and administrative supervision of other professional and clerical employees\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all minimum� qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.\r\n\r\n\r\nEducation: A Doctorate degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university in a program acceptable to the Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists.\r\nExperience:�None.\r\n
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Prior to probationary appointment, candidates for this classification must meet all selection standards as set forth in the Code of Maryland Regulations by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.� Candidates who receive a probationary appointment must satisfactorily complete a prescribed training program prior to permanent appointment. Selection standards of the Correctional Training Commission may be obtained from the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. \r\n
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n\r\n
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.\r\n\r\n\r\nCLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:�STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n��Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)\r\n��Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year\r\n��Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year�\r\n��Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child�\r\n��Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year\r\n��Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension\r\n\r\n\r\nAdditional benefits are available to employees of this classifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n��Release time for job-related CEU training\r\n��Reimbursement of costs of licensure or certification as required by clinical specialty\r\n��Tuition reimbursement available through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program\r\n
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable�to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may�be emailed to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date�for the recruitment.\r\n\r\nIf you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is�to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information�must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov�referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. Only�additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this�recruitment.\r\n\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department�of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at�410-585-3999.\r\nKimberly Banks\r\nKimberly.Banks@maryland.gov\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulties with submitting your online�application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at�Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\n\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to�recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the�State's diversity.\r\n
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