Clinical Psychologist V, VI - Hawaii District Administration

Clinical Psychologist V, VI – Hawaii District Administration

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education

This posting is used to fill Clinical Psychologist VI positions that provide services to students at various schools within the Hawaii District as needed and assigned by the Hawaii District Administration Office. The authorized level of the positions is Clinical Psychologist VI. Applications are being accepted down to the Clinical Psychologist V in the event of recruiting difficulties.

All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. Placement above the initial step will be based on special characteristics, critical needs of the position, exceptional qualifications, availability of funds, and other factors. Such appointments require prior approval and are in accordance with Department regulations.

Clinical Psychologist V, SR‑24: $6,043.00 – $7,351.00 per month

Clinical Psychologist VI, SR‑26: $6,535.00 – $7,952.00 per month

• Perform professional work concerning the development and application of theories, principles, methods, and techniques related to individual and group behavior, especially for those with personality, social, emotional adjustment, or mental retardation issues.
• Perform professional work in clinical psychology at a level of professional maturity.
• Provide psycho‑diagnostic, psychotherapeutic, and consultative services.
• Perform work in prevention, training, and/or research.
• Some positions may include supervision over multidisciplinary staff performing program services in their respective areas of competence.
• Perform other duties as required.

General Requirements (Applicants must satisfy at least one of the following):

• Doctoral degree in clinical psychology with an internship, or one year of professional work experience in the field.
• Doctoral degree in a related specialty with required internship or post‑doctoral internship; or equivalent experience.
• Doctoral degree from an APA‑approved program or a regionally accredited institution meeting National Register requirements.
• Diplomate certificate in good standing from the American Board of Examiners in Professional Psychology.
• Valid license to practice psychology in Hawaii.

For Level VI, applicants must also possess a minimum of one additional year of professional clinical psychology experience involving psycho‑diagnostic and psychotherapeutic services to individuals with severe problems of personality, social, emotional adjustment, or mental retardation, comparable to Level V in the State service.

Possession of the required number of years of experience will not be accepted as proof of qualification alone. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Within two years from the date of appointment as a Clinical Psychologist V or higher, the applicant must meet licensing requirements and obtain a license issued by the Hawaii State Board of Psychology, as required by Chapter 465, HRS. Failure to obtain the license within two years may result in termination from State service.

Some positions require applicants to possess a current, valid Driver’s License. Please indicate if you are interested in positions with this requirement. If so, provide a clear copy of your valid Driver’s License.

Salary:
The advertised salary is based on full‑time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements:
Applicants must meet all specified requirements for the position at the time of application, unless otherwise stated. Experience calculation follows full‑time, 40‑hour weeks; part‑time experience is prorated.

TAs may be used to meet minimum qualifications and must be verified with one of the following:

• A copy of the applicant’s TA History Report or equivalent.
• A signed letter from the applicant’s supervisor detailing TA job title, dates, duties, and hours.
• Copies of the applicant’s signed SF‑10 Forms.

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