Forensic Psychologist - Central State Hospital

State-of-Georgi; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan 401(k) with employer匹配

Paid holidays

Job summary

State of Georgia seeks a Forensic Psychologist at Central State Hospital in Milledgeville to perform court-ordered evaluations for competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility, conduct risk assessments, and provide treatment planning and supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Doctorate in Psychology, Georgia licensure, and experience in forensic psychology, with opportunities for expert testimony and professional growth in a state hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited college or university.
• Current Georgia license to practice psychology.
• One year of experience at the Psychologist 1 level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct court-ordered pretrial forensic evaluations for competency and criminal responsibility.
• Perform assessments on individuals admitted to the state forensic unit.
• Conduct forensic risk assessments and other psychological testing.
• Provide group and individual therapy and report preparation; expert testimony as required.

Skills

Forensic psychology

Court testimony

Assessment administration

Ethical guidelines

Education

Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

APA-licensed in Georgia

Tools

PCL-R

HCR-20

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Forensic Psychologist - Central State HospitalAgency:Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesJob Requisition ID:JR0000005788Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:$95,400 - $112,700Job Description:Central State Hospital is the home of Georgia’s maximum secure forensic hospital, operated in the Payton B. Cook building in Milledgeville. CSH serves individuals who are referred by the criminal justice system for pre-trial psychiatric evaluation and/or inpatient treatment; those who have been found not guilty by reason of insanity at the time of commission of a crime or mentally incompetent to stand trial; and those who are admitted on hold orders from jails for psychiatric evaluation, treatment and stabilization.We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Psychologist.Under supervision of a hospital forensic director, the successful candidates will be responsible for the completion of criminal forensic evaluations.Knowledge of abnormal psychology, pertinent statutes and case law related to the practice of forensic psychology, malingering assessment tools, intellectual testing, personality assessment, best practices in mental health treatment, and ethical/professional guidelines for the practice of forensic psychology is required.Job duties include the participation on the recovery planning (treatment) team; facilitation of group treatment; participation in the development of individualized recovery (treatment) plans; documentation of treatment progress; completion of face-to-face forensic mental health evaluations to determine competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk; report preparation; expert testimony; behavioral programming; clinical supervision of mental health counselors, and related work as assigned. Completion of the state's Competency to Stand Trial Certification process within one year of hire is required for continued employment.Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:Conducts court-ordered pretrial forensic psychological evaluations to answer questions of competency to stand trial and/ or criminal responsibility as a neutral friend of the court.Completes assessments on individuals admitted to a State Forensic Psychiatric Unit.Conducts forensic risk assessments and other psychological testing.Conducts groups and psycho-educational interventions.License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent. \"License eligible\" if able to obtain within a reasonable time (i.e. relocation from another state)Benefits:Vacation- 15 days each year up to 5 years of service18 days each year from 5-10 years of service21 days each year for 10 + years of serviceSick Leave – accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)Holidays – the state of Georgia recognizes 13 paid holidaysRetirement- 401(k) plan with a matching employer contributionDefined Benefit Pension PlanAvailable Insurance - HealthDentalVisionLegalDisabilityHealthcare & Childcare spending accountsLife & dependent life insuranceFederal Public Service Loan orgiveness Program qualified employerAbout Milledgeville, GA:Milledgeville is within driving distance of the Atlantic Ocean; the Smokey Mountains; Atlanta or Savannah, Georgia. Information about Milledgeville can be found at this Wikipedia link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milledgeville,_GeorgiaFOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.Qualifications -Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice psychology AND One year of experience at the lower level Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or equivalent. Note: License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.Preferred Qualifications -Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:· Working with a population with severe / persistent mental illness· Completing competency to stand trial evaluations· Completing criminal responsibility evaluations· Completing forensic violence risk assessments with the PCL-R and the HCR-20.· Providing expert testimony in criminal forensic cases· Providing group and individual therapyMinimum Qualifications:Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university, current Georgia license to practice psychology, and one (1) year of experience at the lower level Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or equivalent.-Note: License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.