Psychologist

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health seeks a licensed or soon-to-be-licensed psychologist with a doctorate in psychology to serve in the Juvenile Probation Department context. You will interview defendants and applicants, conduct forensic evaluations, and provide clinical supervision to practicum students.

The role requires interpreting test results, forming diagnostic impressions, and communicating findings clearly in writing and orally, while handling highly confidential materials with discretion.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology or a closely related field.
• One year of supervised postdoctoral experience in clinical/forensic psychology or related field.
• Correctional environment experience or forensic evaluation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview adult and juvenile defendants, law enforcement applicants, and job applicants; conduct assessments and testing.
• Provide clinical supervision to practicum students.
• Testify in court as needed and provide expert opinions.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive psychological information and documents.

Skills

Confidential information handling

Court testimony

Communication skills

Diagnostic formulation

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Licensure by Texas Board or eligible within 6 months

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Interviews adult and juvenile defendants, potential law enforcement officers, and applicants who are applying for various positions with the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department such as detention officer, probation officer, residential treatment officer, student intern, or volunteer; provides clinical supervision to practicum students; testifies in court; and performs related duties as required. Job has critical impact on departmental operations and budget. Directly responsible for the safety of self and indirectly responsible for the safety of co-workers. Job responsibilities include constant handling of confidential information/documents such as psychological profiles on individuals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a doctorate in Psychology or related field, and one year of supervised postdoctoral experience in clinical psychology, forensic psychology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Comprehensive knowledge of psychological testing and evaluation techniques. Skill in communicating effectively with hostile, abusive, or irrational individuals. Ability to interpret psychological test and interview results; ability to formulate diagnostic impressions; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, county employees, private attorneys, outside organizations, and the general public. Experience in a correctional environment and/or in conducting forensic psychological evaluations is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, or must be eligible to be licensed within 6 months of employment.