Forensic Psychology Director - Inpatient Hospital Leader

State of Georgia; Milledgeville (GA); Presencial; USD 106.000 - 144.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

State of Georgia is seeking a Hospital Forensic Director - Psychologist at Central State Hospital in Milledgeville. The role oversees the forensic program, supervises psychologists and treatment teams, and ensures high quality evaluations for those under court orders.

The position requires a Doctorate in psychology, forensic experience, and an active Georgia license. The Hospital Forensic Director leads clinical operations and coordinates with courts and internal teams to restore competency and

Formación

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited college or university.
• Training and experience in forensic psychology.
• Current Georgia license to practice psychology (may be temporary, provisional, or permanent).

Responsabilidades

• Oversees the clinical and forensic operations of the hospital's nine inpatient forensic units and supervises psychologists and treatment staff.
• Completes forensic psychological evaluations (competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, risk assessment).
• Reviews behavior support plans and behavior guidelines for appropriateness.
• Reviews court orders for admission, civil commitment, and release; manages admissions and waitlists; educates courts.

Conocimientos

Forensic psychology

Leadership

Supervision

Educación

Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology

Descripción del empleo

State of Georgia is seeking a Hospital Forensic Director - Psychologist at Central State Hospital in Milledgeville. The role oversees the forensic program, supervises psychologists and treatment teams, and ensures high quality evaluations for those under court orders.

The position requires a Doctorate in psychology, forensic experience, and an active Georgia license. The Hospital Forensic Director leads clinical operations and coordinates with courts and internal teams to restore competency and