Position Summary

As the Psychological Associate, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of individual treatment programs (ITP) for children and adults diagnosed with both a Developmental Disability and a Mental Illness, and exhibiting dangerous behaviors, using the entire spectrum of available behavioral management and clinical techniques. Additional responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical behavior treatment to individuals with dual diagnoses, including conducting functional analysis and providing direction for implementation of individualized, specialized treatment programs
• Participating in the pre-admission screening process
• Developing and teaching staff development courses
• Providing direction to the Psychological Services Technicians

Salary Information

The starting pay is $44.54 per hour (approximately $92,600 per year), plus excellent benefits. Additional add-on available for:

• $6.00 /hour for a recognized Doctorate in Psychology or a related field such as Behavioral Disabilities
• $3.00 /hour for a total of $9.00 /hour for an Interim Psychologist Licensure
• $5.00 /hour for total of $11.00 /hour for a Permanent Psychologist Licensure
• 12-month probationary period is required. Pay schedule and range is 12/63.
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

Job Details

All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by NWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified candidates will have:

• A master's degree in psychology (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Behavior Psychology, Forensic Psychology, etc.) or related field (e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, etc.) from an accredited program. Note: a copy of your transcripts will be required prior to appointment to this position.

Well-qualified candidates will also have as least one of the following:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Experience providing training or education related to behavior treatment to staff, community members, and families.
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team.

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How To Apply

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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is September 7, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.