Forensic Psychologist - Central Regional Hospital

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule availability

Full state benefits package

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

We are recruiting a Senior Psychologist for the Forensic Services Unit at Central Regional Hospital in Butner, NC. The psychologist will perform pretrial forensic evaluations across inpatients and outpatients and provide consultations to other hospitals.

Candidates should have extensive knowledge in forensic testing, psychopathology, and diagnosis, and licensure within required timelines. A sign-on bonus and hybrid schedule are available based on budget and eligibility.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of forensic psychology, testing, and diagnosis.
• Knowledge of tests including IQ, personality, and neuropsych screening.
• Competency to stand trial and NGRI evaluation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pretrial forensic evaluations for capacity to proceed.
• Assess for Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity and related forensic issues.
• Provide consultations to other hospitals and services.

Skills

Forensic psychology

Psychological testing

Competency to stand trial

NGRI evaluation

Licensure process

Test knowledge

Tools

Intellectual ability tests

Personality tests

Neuropsychological tests

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Central Regional Hospital Job Classification Title Psychologist Senior (NS) Position Number 60044055 Grade MH20

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

We are recruiting for a Senior Psychologist for the Forensic Services Unit (FSU) at Central Regional Hospital in Butner, NC. The psychologist will conduct pretrial forensic evaluations. This position will be responsible for conducting pretrial forensic evaluations, including outpatients, inpatients, and consultation to other hospitals. Evaluations can be of Capacity to Proceed, assessment of possible use of a Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity defense, or other specialized types of Forensic Evaluation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Range: $82,857.00 - $136,714.00 Recruitment Range: $117,500.00 - $125,000.00 *A Sign-on bonus of $15,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on Budget Approval. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Extensive knowledge, skill, & ability in age-appropriate psychological testing, psychopathology, & diagnosis. Knowledge of specific psychological tests, including tests of intellectual ability, personality, forensic specific testing, and neuropsychological screening instruments. Knowledge of Forensic Psychology, including evaluation of competency to stand trial and NGRI defense issues. If not licensed, must apply for such within 30 days of employment, and successfully attain licensure no later than the second sitting for the national and state licensure examination. ADA physical requirements will be discussed in detail during the interview process. This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126) ***Hybrid schedule availability. Position is not fully remote and some on-site work is required*** This is a full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package. The normal work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm; however, flexibility is available to work on a remote/hybrid schedule.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

*Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate. An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if: The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date) The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees. All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

About the Facility

CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. CRH is one of three regional state psychiatric hospitals in North Carolina whose purpose is to diagnose and treat children, adolescents and adults with mental illness. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Eligibility for licensure

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Eligibility for licensure in North Carolina under the provisions of the NC Psychology Practice Act (G.S. 90-270) and two years of professional psychological experience, one of which must be postdoctoral. Refer to the law for specifics regarding experience requirements. Candidates will be considered while completing licensure requirements. Licensure must be obtained prior to beginning employment.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.