Description

Psychological Services Director Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Job ID: 71049

Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families.
We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in
higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans’ preference. At the Minnesota Department of Veterans
Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our
nation's call, we believe it is an honor.
MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans. MDVA is
committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they
grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.

Job ID: 71049
• Location: Minneapolis
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/03/2023
• Closing Date: 12/18/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Minneapolis-MMA
• Division/Unit: Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Behavioral Hlth Svc Supv
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $41.03 - $58.67 / hourly; $85,670 - $122,502 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a
better Minnesota.

Job Summary
Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time
off, free parking and more!
As the Psychological Services Director, you will be responsible to plan, coordinate, implement, and direct behavioral
health services for residents of the Minnesota Veterans Home – Minneapolis.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Provide leadership and direction to the Behavioral Health Services Department and to the facility to ensure
residents receive timely, necessary and quality therapeutic services.
• Develop and update policies and procedures for the Behavioral Health Services Department.
• Provide supervision to a Psychologist, Behavioral Analysts, and practicum students.
• Oversee and recommend formal and informal staff education pertaining to the mental health needs of the
residents.
• Other duties and assignments requested/directed by Administration/Leadership team.
The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public
transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oak and
pine trees, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

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Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, applicants must be licensed to practice psychology in the state of Minnesota; OR be currently licensed to
practice psychology in another state and must obtain licensure in Minnesota prior to appointment.
In addition, you must meet the education and experience described below:
• Doctorate in clinical psychology (Ph.D. or Psy. D); AND
• At least two years professional experience conducting assessments on a psychiatric or mental health
population; AND
• One-year post-license experience.
In addition to the above, applicants must also have:
• Supervisory experience, preferably in a mental health setting.
Preferred Qualifications
• Three or more years of post-license experience.
• Experience working as a licensed mental health professional in a skilled nursing facility.
• Experience as a department supervisor.

Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation
related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top
finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job
information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application
process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Cindy Juliar at cindy.juliar@state.mn.us or 612-418-5418.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and
your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Cindy Juliar at cindy.juliar@state.mn.us.
Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US arm30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written dpreceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Cindy Juliar atdate.

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Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we
serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to
best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial
well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability,
union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of
Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities,
individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a
disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job
information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.