Clinical Psychologist

Job Description - Clinical Psychologist )

Position Title:

Clinical Psychologist - (  )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Montana State Hospital.

TheClinical Psychologist provides psychological assessment, documentation, and treatment of multiple, complex, and complicated mental health issues using a variety of methods that requiring knowledge, skills, and experience per licensure.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Ability to work as a psychologist per licensure in the State of Montana.
• Working knowledge of Clinical Treatment techniques provided for adult psychiatric patients including subgroups of patients with psychotic disorders; mood disorders; personality disorders; substance use disorders; patients involved in the criminal justice system; geriatric patients; and other mental disorders.
• Ability to compose and provide information in the form of reports and complete clinical documentation.
• PhD in Psychology.
• Two years of post-licensure experience as a psychologist.
• Licensure as a Psychologist at time of hire.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Resume
• References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $41.74 - 41.74 Hourly Telework Eligibility :
Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility :
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 2 Employee Status :
Regular Schedule :
Full-Time Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary

Location:

Warm Springs Agency :
Department of Public Health & Human Services Union :
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date:
Jan 10, 2025, 8:11:15 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :
Ongoing

Required Application Materials :
Resume, References

Contact Name :
Human Resources | Contact Email : hhsmshhr | Contact Phone :  The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.