State Training School - Ad from 2019-11-17

PSYCHoLoGIST / mENTAL HEALTH ProFESSIoNAL Job oPENINGS The State Training School (STS) at Eldora offers a holistic, social, behavioral, psychiatric, academic, and vocational program that utilizes supportive counseling, behavioral health treatment, and consequences paired with praise and opportunity to males, ages 12 to 18 years old who have been adjudicated delinquent. Services and programs provide individualized evaluation and treatment, and offer comprehensive education with the goal of transitioning young men back to the community. The psychologists, counselors, substance abuse professionals and others at the STS are integral to the successful outcome of young men at the facility. The facility is operated by the Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS). The program available for residents includes: • General education studies • Special education programs • Competency-based vocational programs • High School Equivalency Diploma (formerly GED) • Title I • Counseling Psychologist 2 Psychologist 3 Social Worker 4 The Psychologists at the STS are integral to the successful outcome of young men at the facility. DHS is currently recruiting for a Psychologist 2 to provide counseling and related therapy as part of a treatment team. If you enjoy challenging, yet rewarding work helping students find stability in their lives and security in their future, and are proficient in – • Working with and/or providing supervision as part of a treatment team to provide behavior management solutions to students with mental disorders • Handling a diverse caseload of emotionally disordered students • Counseling and behavior modification programs for the young men in our facility • Providing both individual and group counseling The Psychologists at the STS are integral to the successful outcome of young men at the facility. DHS is currently recruiting for a Psychologist 3 to provide counseling and related therapy as part of a treatment team. Our Psychologist 3 will also provide direction and supervision to the team and to at least one other Psychologist. If you enjoy challenging, yet rewarding work helping students find stability in their lives and security in their future, and are proficient in – • Overseeing a weekly caseload of emotionally disordered students • Designing behavior modification programs and training staff in their implementation • Providing both individual and group counseling At the State Training School the Social Worker 4 will be an integral key to a successful outcome for these young men. DHS is currently recruiting for a Social Worker 4 to provide counseling and related therapy as part of a treatment team. Our Social Worker 4 will also provide direction and supervision to the team and to some of the other Psychologists. If you enjoy challenging, yet rewarding work helping students find stability in their lives and security in their future, and are proficient in – * Working with and/or providing supervision as part of a treatment team to provide behavior management solutions to students with mental disorders * Overseeing a weekly caseload of emotionally disordered students * Designing behavior modification programs and training staff in their implementation * Providing both individual and group counseling Salary ®i $49,462.40 - $74,984.00 Annually Job Type Full-time Job Number 20-01231 Closing 11/26/2019 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST – you will want to have a career at the STS. $55,182.40 - $85,633.59 Annually Salary ®i Job Type Full-time Job Number 20-01229 Closing 11/26/2019 11:59 PM Central – you will want to have a career at the STS. LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST – you will want to have a career at the STS. $60,840.00 - $94,099.20 Annually Salary ®i Job Type Full-time Job Number 20-01230 Closing 11/26/2019 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST – you will want to have a career at the STS. The State Training School provides an environment rich in psychological challenges that will allow you to practice your craft in a meaningful manor with no boring days. You will perfect and grow your ability in your chosen field by addressing suicide issues, substance abuse, sexual identity, and maladaptive behaviors. You will be the glue that helps pull these young men together. You will be well served by the existing structure which provides you with administrative office staff and security. The State Training School is located in Eldora, Iowa, home of the Pine Lake State Park which offers an array of outdoor recreational activities. Eldora is an Iowa River Greenbelt Community featuring quaint shops, eating choices, and plenty of family friendly activity. The Iowa River Greenbelt Scenic Drive is a must do which winds through a picturesque landscape of valleys, woods and streams. Eldora is 45 minutes from Ames and Cedar Falls and only 22 minutes from Iowa Falls. At the STS we are committed to helping talented Psychologists and Counselors continue to grow by offering benefits such as: • Re-licensure opportunities • Comprehensive Orientation • Team Environment • Training and Development As an employee of the STS you are a State of Iowa employee and eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes the kind of benefit package a qualified professional deserves. • Family Medical Insurance for less than $150 per month, Single less than $40 • Dental, Life, Voluntary Life, and Long Term Disability • IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)-Fixed Income Pension • Deferred Compensation similar to a 401(k) with an Employer match • Paid Leave – Holidays, Sick, Vacation, Family, and Military Leave • Strong Opportunity for Advancement, Growth, and Development. To learn more about benefits available to State of Iowa employees visit the benefits web page. Applicants must apply on line, please apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa Search: Filter - Location - Eldora If you have questions please contact: State Training School • Mark Day 3211 Edgington Avenue, Eldora, IA 50627 • Phone: 641-858-5402 Applications should be submitted using the link above no later than NovEmbEr 26, 2019. The State of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.