Psychologist - 25% Supplement

Youth Services – Indian River Juvenile Correctional Facility · 2775 Indian River Road Southwest, Massillon, OH 44647 · Contact: Corrine Sanders, corrine.sanders@dys.ohio.gov

About the role

We are a dedicated team of juvenile justice professionals committed to transforming and saving young lives. We believe in a future where every young person thrives and contributes to a safer, stronger Ohio. DYS is the juvenile corrections system for the state of Ohio, statutorily mandated to confine felony offenders ages 10–21 who have been adjudicated and committed by one of Ohio’s 88 county juvenile courts. During their stay, youth engage in programming designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs.

Our values: Connection – We respect everyone. We don’t tear them down. Collaboration – We work together. We don’t go alone. Commitment – We step up. We don’t give up. Correction – We create change. We don’t stay the same.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perform psychological assessments and evaluations
• Interview, administer tests, score and interpret tests
• Prepare reports based on findings
• Formulate treatment plans based on findings and develop and/or modify treatment as needed
• Attend unit treatment team meetings representing the psychological component
• Submit psychological impressions to team
• Confer with institution professionals (e.g., psychiatrist, nurse, social worker, activities therapist, recreation supervisor, chaplain, superintendent, operations administrator) regarding program
• Assure compliance with certifying/accrediting/professional agencies (e.g., American Correctional Association, Department of Mental Health, American Psychological Association) requirements
• Provide lead work/clinical supervision to student interns
• Provide and/or participate in individual, group, and/or family psychotherapy rehabilitation sessions
• Assure documentation of activities
• Prepare reports as directed and/or required
• Respond to emergency situations as needed
• In some cases, perform lead work over contractual psychologist

Qualifications

• License to practice psychology as issued by Ohio State Board of Psychology per Section 4732.12 or 4732.15(A) of Ohio Revised Code

Skills

• Behavioral Health
• Corrections – Mental Health
• Counseling and Rehabilitation
• Consultation
• Ethics and Values
• Situational Awareness
• Analyzation

Pay

Hourly range: $43.56 – $61.09 (Union 1199, Step 1–8). A temporary $10.89 supplement is not included in the rates below.

Months of EmploymentAt Hire6 Months18 Months30 Months42 Months54 Months66 Months78 Months StepStep 1Step 2Step 3Step 4Step 5Step 6Step 7Step 8 Hourly$43.56$45.72$47.95$50.37$52.86$55.46$58.16$61.09 Annual$90,605$95,098$99,736$104,770$109,949$115,357$120,973$127,067

Schedule

• Permanent – Full Time
• 1st Shift with on-call stipulations

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

DYS is a “qualifying employer” for purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Benefits eligibility depends on a number of factors; the agency contact can provide specifics for this position.

Training

All new hires must complete a paid, mandatory 6 weeks of training:

• Week 1: held at the facility
• Weeks 2–4: held at DYS Training Academy in Orient, Ohio, Monday–Thursday, 7:00 am–5:00 pm (travel, lodging, and meals provided)
• Weeks 5–6: on-the-job training at the facility

Additional information

• Background check: The final candidate will undergo a criminal background check and pre‑employment drug screening. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude consideration; an individual assessment will be made.
• ADA: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and provides reasonable accommodation in accordance with the ADA.
• Drug‑Free Workplace: The State of Ohio prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational/non‑medical cannabis). This position may be subject to additional restrictions per the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39).