Licensed as a Psychologist in Massachusetts (required)
At least 1 year of experience working with severely mentally ill population (required)
Strong assessment and writing skills
Genuine desire to be a team player
Responsibilities
Provide evaluation and consultation services to trial courts
Complete court-ordered evaluations for competence and criminal responsibility
Conduct emergency evaluations for involuntary treatment
Testify before the court regarding mental health cases
Consult with stakeholders on dispositional matters
Receive training and supervision for state credentialing
Benefits
On-the-job training toward state certification
Engagement with a diverse team of legal and mental health professionals
Supportive work environment in a serene location
Opportunity to impact community mental health outcomes
Access to resources for continued professional development
Full Job Description
Forensic Psychologist Position in the Beautiful Berkshires
Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Adult Court Clinic program with the following:
Providing evaluation and consultation services to the trial courts in Berkshire County.
Completing court-ordered evaluations of competence to stand trial, criminal responsibility, aid in sentencing, and prisoner in need of treatment.
Completing emergency evaluations for involuntary psychiatric and substance use treatment.
Testifying before the court, and consulting with various stakeholders (e.g., judges, attorneys, probation officers, jail mental health staff) about the disposition of persons before the court with mental health and substance abuse issues.
Receiving on-the-job training and supervision toward state credentialing as a Designated Forensic Professional.
What are we looking for in a Forensic Psychologist?
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology (required).
Licensed as a Psychologist in Massachusetts (required).
At least 1 year of experience working with severely mentally ill population (required).
Strong assessment and writing skills.
Genuine desire to be a team player.
PAY: $106,000 - $112,000
How to Apply
Interested? Please contact Juliana Reiss, Psy.D.: 413-478-6259 or [email protected]
Or visit www.bhnworks.org to apply. You can also email your resume to Elisa Auker at [email protected].
