Forensic Mental Health Court Evaluator

Providence Health & Services; Edmonds (WA); Presencial; USD 92.000 - 143.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Providence Swedish is seeking a Forensic Mental Health Clinician/Court Evaluator to bridge mental health treatment with civil legal matters under ITA. The role requires specialized training in legal processes, conducting clinical evaluations, and preparing legal petitions for ITA hearings while navigating DSM criteria and treatment modalities.

Requirements include two years in acute mental healthcare and licensure in WMHC, WCISW, or Psychology upon hire.

Formación

• Master's degree or PhD in relevant field as stated in job description.
• Licensure as WMHC, WCISW, or Psychologist required upon hire.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in acute mental healthcare (inpatient/outpatient/legal).

Responsabilidades

• Perform clinical assessments and DSM-based evaluations.
• Navigate ITA laws and regulations in Washington (RCW 71.05, 71.34, WAC).
• Prepare legal petitions for ITA hearings (14/90/180-day).
• Serve as an expert witness in ITA proceedings and document in EMR.

Conocimientos

acute mental healthcare experience

Educación

Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling; or Ph.D. in Social Work or Psychology

Washington Mental Health Counselor License

Washington Clinical Independent Social Worker License

Washington Psychologist License

2 years of experience in acute mental healthcare settings

Descripción del empleo

Providence Swedish is seeking a Forensic Mental Health Clinician/Court Evaluator to bridge mental health treatment with civil legal matters under ITA. The role requires specialized training in legal processes, conducting clinical evaluations, and preparing legal petitions for ITA hearings while navigating DSM criteria and treatment modalities.

Requirements include two years in acute mental healthcare and licensure in WMHC, WCISW, or Psychology upon hire.