Forensic Psychologist

STI; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chattanooga seeks a Forensic Psychologist for a 9+ month contract. The role involves performing court-ordered forensic evaluations, documenting contacts in medical records, and submitting forensic reports to the court. Candidates must possess a doctorate in psychology and have licensure from the State of Tennessee. This position includes responsibility for risk assessments and may require court testimony regarding evaluation findings. Join this critical team in providing essential psychological assessments.

Qualifications

• Possession of a doctorate in psychology from an accredited university.
• Licensure or temporary permit as a psychologist with the State of Tennessee is required.
• Certification by TDMHSAS’s Division of Planning, Research, and Forensics is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform court ordered forensic evaluations including competency assessments.
• Document contacts in medical records and submit forensic reports to the court.
• Complete risk assessments and psychological evaluations as needed.

Skills

Forensic evaluation

Psychological assessment

Risk assessment

Education

Doctorate in psychology

Job description

Duration: 9+ Months

Job Title: Forensic Psychologist

Location: Chattanooga, TN / On-Site

Education and Experience

• Possession of a doctorate in psychology from an accredited university.

Other Requirements

• Licensure or temporary permit as a psychologist with the State of Tennessee is required.
• Certification by TDMHSAS’s Division of Planning, Research, and Forensics to perform forensic evaluations is required and must be renewed every two fiscal years.

Job Overview

Under direction, this employee is responsible for performing court ordered forensic evaluations including competency to stand trial, mental status at the time of alleged offense, diminished capacity, and commitability. Will document contacts in the medical record and will submit forensic conference reports to the court in the designated time frame. Will complete appropriate risk assessment instruments and psychological assessments as needed. Will evaluate commitability and complete Certificates of Need for involuntary care and treatment as needed. Patients adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity will be seen regularly and contacts will be documented. This employee may be subpoenaed to testify in court regarding findings of the forensic evaluation.