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PSYCHOLOGY ASSOCIATE II, MASTERS

Recruitment #20-000609-0001

GRADE

ASTD15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Potomac Center/SETT
1380 Marshall Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Main Purpose of Job

Incumbent provides essential services to and on behalf of Individuals with intellectual disabilities, including individuals with co-occurring developmental and mental health diagnoses. Incumbent must ensure that all professional and ancillary services are provided. Incumbent must ensure requisite psychological services, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, are fully integrated with overall programmatic/medical goals for designated Individuals to maximize holistic approach consistent with each Individual’s needs and identified outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   A Master’s 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.

Experience: Two years of supervised experience rendering psychological services or engaged in research, after completion of the Master’s degree.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the completion of a twelve month internship required for the possession of a Master’s degree or Doctorate degree for one year of the required  experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Clinical Psychology classifications or Psychology specialty codes in the Psychology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

NOT APPLICABLE.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Prior to being appointed, candidates for this classification must apply to the Board of Examiners of Psychologists for an exemption from licensure.  Failure to obtain an exemption within six months of employment will result in termination, unless the Board grants an extension.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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