We are on the lookout for a hardworking CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST to join our productive team at State of Illinois in Alton, IL.
Growing your career as a Full Time CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST is a terrific opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in leadership, adaptability and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST at State of Illinois today!
Agency : Department of Human Services
Opening Date/Time: 05/23/2023
Closing Date/Time: 06/06/2023
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,543 - $10,378 per month.
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in eligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Posting Identification Number ******** Position Overview The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Clinical Psychologist for the Alton Mental Health Center located in Alton, Illinois to serve as an advanced clinician in a forensic psychiatric hospital, serving mentally ill patients who have been determined Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) or Unfit to Stand Trial (UST). Administers, scores, and interprets psychological tests and writes comprehensive reports based on findings to request advanced court ordered privileges. Conducts group and individual psychotherapy. Makes diagnostic classifications and clarifications. Testifies in criminal and court hearings.
Job Responsibilities Serves as an advanced clinician in a forensic psychiatric hospital, serving mentally ill patients who have been determined NGRI or UST. Conducts individual and group psychotherapy counseling sessions with patients. Serves as adjunct member of all treatment teams, participates in treatment planning conferences and professional reports and reviews. Develops behavioral management plans for those patients who exhibit maladaptive behavior. Serves on a variety of hospital and statewide committees. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires current license as a Clinical Psychologist by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Requires ability to perform and delivery mouth to mask CPR and manual resuscitation.
Requires ability to prepare complex written and oral reports.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively with many functioning levels of patients as well as family, coworkers and outside entities.
Requires physical ability to access various worksites throughout the hospital to attend meetings.
Requires ability to pass CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) training.
Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
Requires the ability to pass the Illinois Department of Human Services background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Work Location: 4500 College Ave Alton, IL ********
Division of Mental Health
Alton Mental Health
Psychology Dept. - Forensic AFC-A
Agency Contact: View email address on illinois.jobs2web.com Job Family: Health Services; Social Services
About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link:
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
View email address on illinois.jobs2web.com View email address on illinois.jobs2web.com Benefits of working as a CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST in Alton, IL:
? Company offers great benefits
? Opportunities to grow
? Competitive salary
