Online Associate

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Patuxent Institution is a maximum-security state prison designed to provide remediation programs and services to male and female incarcerated individuals based upon current best practices. The Psychology Associate Doctorate, Correctional position is the doctorate, unlicensed level of professional work that is performed under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. Conducts risk assessments, diagnostic assessments, and other types of psychological assessments as assigned

May engage in research-related activities, supervision and training of unlicensed members of the psychology staff, and administrative supervision of other professional and clerical employees

A Doctorate degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university in a program acceptable to the Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists.

Prior to probationary appointment, candidates for this classification must meet all selection standards as set forth in the Code of Maryland Regulations by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission. Candidates who receive a probationary appointment must satisfactorily complete a prescribed training program prior to permanent appointment. Selection standards of the Correctional Training Commission may be obtained from the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including : health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)

Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child

Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year

Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

Release time for job-related CEU training

Reimbursement of costs of licensure or certification as required by clinical specialty

Tuition reimbursement available through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unableto apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire maybe emailed to tiara.Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing datefor the recruitment.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method isto upload it with your application. Onlyadditional materials that are requested will be accepted for thisrecruitment.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed torecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of theStates diversity.