PSYCHOLOGIST II (Multiple Full-Time positions available)

Position Overview

The Maryland State Department of Education seeks a Psychologist to lead Disability Claims Examiners in processing Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability claims. This role requires a Psychologist license and experience in psychological services or research.

Job Duties

• Review psychiatric and psychological evidence to establish impairments.
• Analyze evidence to evaluate disability according to Social Security Regulations.
• Assess impairment severity and describe functional limitations.
• Prepare written opinions including findings, severity assessments, and mental residual functional capacity descriptions.
• Advise examiner staff on clinical training and experience-specific cases.
• Review and assess the accuracy and completeness of Consultative Examination (CE) reports.
• Participate in training development and implementation for examiner staff on psychological evidence understanding and use.

Minimum Qualifications

• Determined by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Psychologists under licensing requirements.
• Two years of experience rendering psychological services or engaging in psychological research after obtaining the Psychologist license.

Special Requirements

• Pass the SSA suitability process.
• Conditional job offer and access to SSA systems contingent upon suitability determination.

Benefits

The Maryland State Department of Education offers competitive benefits including state benefits.

Selection Process

Candidates must demonstrate meeting the minimum qualifications and submit all required information by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list for one year.

Application Instructions

Applicants should complete the MD State Government online application for employment. Paper applications can be obtained and submitted through the provided address or fax number. Additional required materials must be uploaded, sent via fax, or mailed.