Hourly Forensic Psychologist - Hospital

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a qualified Forensic Psychologist to conduct court-ordered evaluations for competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility at Central State Hospital. You will perform comprehensive assessments, document findings, and may provide expert testimony.

The role involves risk assessments, group interventions, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team within a maximum-security forensic setting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Current Georgia license to practice psychology.
• One year of experience at Psychologist 1 level (or equivalent).
• License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct court-ordered pretrial forensic psychological evaluations for competency or criminal responsibility.
• Perform assessments on individuals admitted to the state forensic unit.
• Conduct forensic risk assessments and other psychological testing.
• Provide group and psycho-educational interventions.

Skills

Forensic psychology knowledge

Assessment/report writing

Court testimony preparation

Education

APA-accredited Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Job description

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a qualified Forensic Psychologist to conduct court-ordered evaluations for competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility at Central State Hospital. You will perform comprehensive assessments, document findings, and may provide expert testimony.

The role involves risk assessments, group interventions, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team within a maximum-security forensic setting.