Psychological Assistant/Psychologist

Essential Functions

• Interviews clients; administers, scores and interprets results of standard and complex psychological and vocational tests.
• Participates in making diagnoses; plans program of treatment and gives individual and group therapy to persons with minor through major disorders.
• Confers with others such as staff, state and private agencies, community service agencies, courts, schools, police and families.
• Writes reports and may assist in program development.
• Makes home visits to provide individual services when needed.
• Directs the work of lower-level personnel.
• Works in a psychiatric emergency setting on a temporary or full-time basis.
• Performs functions that include responsibility for a program area.
• Testifies as an expert witness in court.

Psychologist Functions

• Selects, administers, scores and interprets a wide variety of psychological tests to measure and evaluate intelligence, achievement, personality, interests and other mental characteristics.
• Interviews and observes individuals at play, in group interactions, or other situations to detect indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment.
• Communicates with public, private and state agencies, community service organizations, courts, schools, police and families in order to develop effective treatment strategies.
• Analyzes information to assess individual problems.
• Evaluates the relevance and importance of psychological theories, concepts and principles.
• Identifies symptoms, makes diagnoses and develops approach to treatment.
• Develops and implements treatment plans, evaluates effectiveness and adapts plans.
• Engages individuals in assisting in the identification of their emotional problems and in the identification of a variety of interventions to assist in addressing these issues.
• Provides psychotherapy and other various treatments to individuals, groups and/or families.
• Conducts psychological practice according to the ethical standards of psychology.
• Writes progress notes and reports regarding test interpretation, evaluation and individual progress.

Job Requirements

• Psychological Assistant: Registered as a Delaware Psychological Assistant or eligible for registration in Delaware.
• Psychologist: Possession of a doctoral degree in psychology. Possession of a Delaware Psychologist license or eligibility for a Delaware Psychologist license.

Additional Posting Information

• The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules.
• This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy.

Conditions of Hire

• If the applicant does not possess a Delaware Psychologist license, the applicant must agree as a requirement of employment to obtain a Delaware Psychologist license within 6 months.
• Failure to obtain the Delaware license within this timeframe will result in termination of employment.

Contact Agency

For more details, contact the agency.

Pre-Employment

• Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.
• Criminal Background Check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com . If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov . The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.