Correctional Psychology Evaluator — Doctoral Level

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,390 - 85,411; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Department of Correction seeks a psychologist to evaluate psychological suitability for Correction Officer and Special Officer roles, and to assist in evaluations for DOC staff as needed.

You will maintain records, prepare reports, and participate in staff meetings; court testimony may be required. Requires a doctorate in psychology and AP A-approved program plus supervised experience. NYC residency not required.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years graduate work (60 credit hours) in an accredited program leading to a doctoral degree plus two years of satisfactory full-time experience.
• Doctorate in clinical, counseling, school, forensic, clinical health psychology or neuro-psychology from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a re-specialization in clinical psychology plus one year of satisfactory full-time experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate individuals’ psychological suitability for Correction Officer and Special Officer positions.
• Assist the Health Management Division with psychological evaluations for DOC staff when needed.
• Maintain suitable records and files.
• Prepare reports of psychological findings.
• Attend and participate in psychological and general staff meetings.
• May be required to testify in court or at other hearings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Objectivity

Critical thinking

High-pressure adaptability

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Compassion

MS Office proficiency

Time-sensitive response organization

Education

Doctorate in clinical, counseling, school, forensic, clinical health psychology or neuro-psychology

Re-specialization in clinical psychology

240 hours supervised experience under licensed psychologist

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

The City of New York's Department of Correction seeks a psychologist to evaluate psychological suitability for Correction Officer and Special Officer roles, and to assist in evaluations for DOC staff as needed.

You will maintain records, prepare reports, and participate in staff meetings; court testimony may be required. Requires a doctorate in psychology and AP A-approved program plus supervised experience. NYC residency not required.