Forensic Psychology Opportunity

Olesky Associates; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A behavioral health agency in Massachusetts is seeking a Forensic Psychologist to provide evaluation services to various courts, perform court-ordered evaluations, and deliver consultation and training services. Candidates must possess a Doctorate in Psychology and be independently licensed, with prior experience in forensic settings preferred. This position emphasizes comprehensive care and collaboration with legal staff to address mental health issues adequately.

Qualifications

• Independently licensed Psychologist with a doctorate.
• Previous experience in forensic psychology required.
• Expected to provide psychological testing and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation services to the courts as required.
• Document and bill for services in compliance with regulations.
• Communicate with jail mental health staff regarding concerns.

Skills

Court testimony

Psychological assessments

Communication with legal staff

Consultation and training

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Certification as Designated Forensic Professional

Job description

Olesky Associates, Inc. has been in the placement / recruiting industry for three decades.

We offer an extensive array of services, ranging from physician placement to practice and hospital brokering.

Our Search Consultants located in our home office in Massachusetts utilize a state-of-the-art computer network and database that allows instant access to all of the information necessary for mutually beneficial placements throughout the country.

This technology, combined with our personal attention and expert screening of each candidate, has made our agency extremely successful in the placement of all specialties, including:

• Family Practitioners
• OB/Gyns
• Hospitalist
• All medical specialties
• All surgical specialties
• LCSW / LICSW/ LMHC / BCBA

Job Description

Great career opportunity with a growing non-profit community behavioral health agency that has been providing services to children, adults, families and communities in Western Massachusetts since 1938

Organization provides comprehensive, outcome-driven behavioral health care. We are dedicated to offering high quality, affordable and culturally appropriate care to people of all ages and income levels in our constituent communities.

The Forensic Psychologist will provide evaluation services to the Superior, Juvenile, and District Courts. Perform court-ordered evaluations in criminal and civil matters per MGL Chapter 123 and 119, within the guidelines established by DFMH.

Perform need-for-treatment evaluations requested by Probation Officers. Provide testimony to the courts, as required.

Communicate with jail mental health staff regarding concerns about or special needs of defendants. Arrange for placement of committed individuals. Documents and bills for services in a manner that is compliant with all applicable rules/regulations

Provide consultation and training services to the courts, Bar, Probation departments, District Attorney, and Community mental health providers.

Consult with judges, attorneys, and probation officers regarding mental health issues and the disposition of mentally ill defendants.

Provide training on mental health issues. Provide evaluation services to Jails and Houses of Corrections.

Provide psychological testing and diagnostic assessments. Provide risk and suicide assessments and Consult with correctional staff regarding mentally ill inmates

Qualifications: Doctorate in Psychology; independently licensed. Previous experience. Certification as Designated Forensic Professional is a plus, but not required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.