Forensic Psychologist — Assessments & Therapy Leader

New York State Office of Mental Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Career advancement

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, part of the New York State Office of Mental Health, is recruiting a Licensed Psychologist to provide professional psychological services to individuals with mental illness. You will be part of an interdisciplinary treatment team, conducting assessments and delivering evidence-based care.

Responsibilities include conducting forensic or court-ordered assessments, providing treatment and expert testimony, crisis intervention, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Psychologist in New York State.
• Eligibility under NY HELPS program or competitive class appointment.
• Must meet state civil service transfer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional psychological services to individuals with mental illness.
• Lead an interdisciplinary treatment team and provide assessment and treatment.
• Conduct forensic or court-ordered assessments and testify as an expert.
• Provide individual, group, or family therapy and crisis intervention.
• Maintain records and documentation.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Forensic assessments

Expert testimony

Crisis intervention

Education

Licensed Psychologist in NY

Job description

The Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, part of the New York State Office of Mental Health, is recruiting a Licensed Psychologist to provide professional psychological services to individuals with mental illness. You will be part of an interdisciplinary treatment team, conducting assessments and delivering evidence-based care.

Responsibilities include conducting forensic or court-ordered assessments, providing treatment and expert testimony, crisis intervention, and thorough documentation.