Forensic Psychologist - Community Forensic Services

Job Title:
Forensic Psychologist - Community Forensic Services
Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
$95,400 - $112,700 PLUS BENEFITS

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is the state agency that focuses solely on policies, programs, and services for people with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or any combination of these. As Georgia's public safety net, DBHDD operates six field offices and five hospitals throughout the state within three program areas: behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and hospital services.

The main office for DBHDD is located in downtown Atlanta.

NOTE: This is a hybrid position with regular travel required within various areas in the state of Georgia

Job Description

Job Title: Forensic Psychologist - Community Forensic Services (Outpatient) State of Georgia

Job Summary:

This posting is for a field psychologist position tele-working in various parts of Georgia for the Office of Forensic Services, Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outpatient Forensic Psychologist. Under supervision of the Community Forensic Director, the successful candidates float within assigned sections of the state and will be responsible for assisting outpatient evaluation teams and inpatient forensic hospitals in the completion of forensic evaluations.

Knowledge of abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, pertinent statutes and case law related to the practice of forensic psychology, malingering assessment tools, intellectual testing, personality assessment, best practices in mental health treatment, and ethical/professional guidelines for the practice of forensic psychology is required.

Job duties include the completion of face-to-face forensic mental health evaluations to determine competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk; report preparation; expert testimony; data collection and analysis; supervision; and related work as assigned. Juvenile forensic (competency, waiver, etc.) evaluations may also be assigned. The work requires travel to various areas of the state. Completion of the state's Competency to Stand Trial Certification process within one year of hire is required for continued employment. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice psychology AND One year of experience at the lower-level Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or equivalent. Note: License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.

Preferred Qualifications:

- One year of experience working as an inpatient psychologist.

- Completion of a predoctoral internship or postdoctoral fellowship, or both with a focus on the practice of criminal forensic psychology.

- Five years of post-licensure experience conducting competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility evaluations.

- Experience testifying in criminal forensic mental health matters on at least 10 occasions.

- Experience completing at least five violence risk assessments using the HCR-20 and PCL-R.

- Experience supervising psychology graduate students, predoctoral interns, postdoctoral fellows, or licensed psychologists.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For more information, check out the attached Benefits document.

Employment Requirements:

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following is a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

- Drug Screening

- TB Evaluation

- Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.