Forensic psychologist job description
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Example forensic psychologist requirements on a job description
Forensic psychologist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in forensic psychologist job postings.
Sample forensic psychologist requirements
- Doctoral degree in Psychology.
- State licensing and certification.
- Extensive knowledge of court proceedings.
- Ability to produce detailed reports.
- Extensive knowledge of psychological assessment.
Sample required forensic psychologist soft skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently.
- Able to make sound decisions quickly.
- Able to work in a team environment.
Forensic psychologist job description example 1
CommunityHealthlink forensic psychologist job description
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Come join a friendly and inclusive team that provides quality care! Community Healthlink (CHL) recognizes the power of a diverse community and seeks applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. Community Healthlink (CHL) is looking for a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Forensic Psychologist for our Worcester County program.
The Juvenile Court Clinic located in Worcester, provides evaluations of court-involved youth who are referred by juvenile court judges. Throughout five court sessions in Worcester County, judges have used our services for evaluations pursuant to Child Requiring Assistance (formerly CHINs), delinquency cases and same-day crisis evaluations to assess acute risk for self or others. The Juvenile Court Clinic also conducts evaluations for civil mental health, and forensic and substance use commitment cases. Juvenile Court Clinic services include written clinical and forensic evaluation reports, case consultation, crisis intervention, referral for further services, and testimony as needed.
This position offers an opportunity to join a team that's passionate and dedicated to providing quality evaluations to court-involved youth and their families, as well as exposure to state agencies and immersion within the juvenile justice system. CHL provides a supportive and energetic work environment. This is a salaried position with generous benefits.
+ Demonstrated skill in conducting culturally competent written forensic, mental health, and substance use evaluations for children, adolescents, and families.
+ Forensic evaluations may include competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, competence to proceed, and evaluations pursuant to involuntary mental health and substance use civil commitments.
+ Other evaluations may include mental health crisis assessments, psychosocial, substance use, violence risk, parenting, fire-setting, and sexual behavior risk-needs.
+ Provide testimony, formal and informal.
+ Grade 9B: Must be a licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts.
+ Must have a Doctorate in Psychology or Counseling Psychology.
+ Must pursue and obtain Certified Juvenile Court Clinician I&II (training provided).
+ All candidates will be subject to a CORI review as outlined in the regulations set by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services. For more information, click here.
Community Healthlink is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual preference, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.
If applicable, Community Healthlink shall also abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals on the basis of disability. These regulations require affirmative action by Community Healthlink to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PCN#: 1092
Street: 225 Main St
Come join a friendly and inclusive team that provides quality care! Community Healthlink (CHL) recognizes the power of a diverse community and seeks applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. Community Healthlink (CHL) is looking for a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Forensic Psychologist for our Worcester County program.
The Juvenile Court Clinic located in Worcester, provides evaluations of court-involved youth who are referred by juvenile court judges. Throughout five court sessions in Worcester County, judges have used our services for evaluations pursuant to Child Requiring Assistance (formerly CHINs), delinquency cases and same-day crisis evaluations to assess acute risk for self or others. The Juvenile Court Clinic also conducts evaluations for civil mental health, and forensic and substance use commitment cases. Juvenile Court Clinic services include written clinical and forensic evaluation reports, case consultation, crisis intervention, referral for further services, and testimony as needed.
This position offers an opportunity to join a team that's passionate and dedicated to providing quality evaluations to court-involved youth and their families, as well as exposure to state agencies and immersion within the juvenile justice system. CHL provides a supportive and energetic work environment. This is a salaried position with generous benefits.
+ Demonstrated skill in conducting culturally competent written forensic, mental health, and substance use evaluations for children, adolescents, and families.
+ Forensic evaluations may include competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, competence to proceed, and evaluations pursuant to involuntary mental health and substance use civil commitments.
+ Other evaluations may include mental health crisis assessments, psychosocial, substance use, violence risk, parenting, fire-setting, and sexual behavior risk-needs.
+ Provide testimony, formal and informal.
+ Grade 9B: Must be a licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts.
+ Must have a Doctorate in Psychology or Counseling Psychology.
+ Must pursue and obtain Certified Juvenile Court Clinician I&II (training provided).
+ All candidates will be subject to a CORI review as outlined in the regulations set by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services. For more information, click here.
Community Healthlink is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual preference, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.
If applicable, Community Healthlink shall also abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals on the basis of disability. These regulations require affirmative action by Community Healthlink to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PCN#: 1092
Street: 225 Main St
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Forensic psychologist job description example 2
Liberty Healthcare forensic psychologist job description
Forensic Psychologists are encouraged to consider an outstanding career opportunity with Liberty Healthcare.
Liberty Healthcare is now accepting applications for a full-time Psychologist position with our organization's newest forensic mental health program.
This new program will exclusively serve people who have recently been determined to be incompetent to stand trial due to their mental illness.
The goal of this program is to provide rapid mental health services to people in need - so they may achieve improved behavioral health outcomes as quickly as possible. The program is designed to facilitate early access to services, eliminate barriers to treatment, and restore people to competency.
Services will be provided to clients / adult inmates of the West Valley Detention Center in San Bernardino County.
As a Psychologist with Liberty, you enjoy an array of responsibilities, including:
* Providing mental health services to program clients one-to-one and in-person
* Evaluating individuals for competency to stand trial
* Administering various psychological assessments
* Writing comprehensive reports and providing testimony in court as necessary
* Documenting treatment and client progress
* Taking a leadership role in treatment team meetings, staff meetings and case conferences
* Consulting and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders
This position will require you to work primarily onsite at the West Valley Detention Center in Rancho Cucamonga and/or the Robert Pressley Detention Center in Riverside - with an opportunity to do some administrative work offsite.
As a full-time employee of Liberty Healthcare, you can expect to receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package - click here for full details.
Skills & Requirements
You are a good fit for this position if you are licensed professionally in California as a Psychologist.
You should also have formal training in Forensic Psychology and experience evaluating individuals for competency.
An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work autonomously are essential.
Liberty Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equality and inclusion are among our deepest-held values. We work to create an environment that attracts real talent and we seek to motivate, inspire and recognize high performance among all employees. regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment.
Click "Apply" and submit your resume for immediate consideration.
Liberty Healthcare is now accepting applications for a full-time Psychologist position with our organization's newest forensic mental health program.
This new program will exclusively serve people who have recently been determined to be incompetent to stand trial due to their mental illness.
The goal of this program is to provide rapid mental health services to people in need - so they may achieve improved behavioral health outcomes as quickly as possible. The program is designed to facilitate early access to services, eliminate barriers to treatment, and restore people to competency.
Services will be provided to clients / adult inmates of the West Valley Detention Center in San Bernardino County.
As a Psychologist with Liberty, you enjoy an array of responsibilities, including:
* Providing mental health services to program clients one-to-one and in-person
* Evaluating individuals for competency to stand trial
* Administering various psychological assessments
* Writing comprehensive reports and providing testimony in court as necessary
* Documenting treatment and client progress
* Taking a leadership role in treatment team meetings, staff meetings and case conferences
* Consulting and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders
This position will require you to work primarily onsite at the West Valley Detention Center in Rancho Cucamonga and/or the Robert Pressley Detention Center in Riverside - with an opportunity to do some administrative work offsite.
As a full-time employee of Liberty Healthcare, you can expect to receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package - click here for full details.
Skills & Requirements
You are a good fit for this position if you are licensed professionally in California as a Psychologist.
You should also have formal training in Forensic Psychology and experience evaluating individuals for competency.
An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work autonomously are essential.
Liberty Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equality and inclusion are among our deepest-held values. We work to create an environment that attracts real talent and we seek to motivate, inspire and recognize high performance among all employees. regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment.
Click "Apply" and submit your resume for immediate consideration.
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Forensic psychologist job description example 3
State of Georgia: Teachers Retirement System of Georgia forensic psychologist job description
This posting will close when we determine an adequate candidate pool has been received.
Office of Forensic Services
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)
State of Georgia Forensic Psychologist Positions
Job Description
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities' (DBHDD) Office of Forensic Services is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following Forensic Psychologist positions:
Forensic Psychologist (Inpatient) Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Milledgeville and Savannah, Georgia
* Completes 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
* Completes violence risk assessments (HCR-20 and START) and other psychological testing
* Conducts treatment groups and psycho-educational interventions (may include sex offender treatment)
* Provides guidance in recovery/treatment planning
* Supervises team leaders and mental health counselors
* Oversees competency remediation programming
* Provides expert testimony
Forensic Psychologist (Outpatient)
* Completes 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
* Provides expert testimony
* May serve as liaison with the courts for diversion of cases
Juvenile Forensic Psychologist (Outpatient) - Multiple Locations Statewide
* Completes court-ordered juvenile forensic psychological evaluations to answer questions of competency to proceed, disposition, and transfer as a neutral friend of the Court
* Provides expert testimony
Qualifications
All of the psychologist positions require a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited psychology program and eligibility for Georgia licensure as a psychologist upon appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Forensic Psychologists would have one or more years of experience working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital as well as one or more years of formal training or experience in forensic mental health evaluation and treatment.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
This forensic psychologist positions are a pay grade N on the statewide salary plan.
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
Employment Information
To see all DBHDD psychologist positions click here
Outpatient positions may be available in multiple locations throughout Georgia. State hospitals are located in Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Milledgeville, and Savannah.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
B9876
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.
Additional Information
* Number of Openings: 1
* Advertised Salary: Based on Edu & Exp
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Dec 12, 2022
Office of Forensic Services
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)
State of Georgia Forensic Psychologist Positions
Job Description
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities' (DBHDD) Office of Forensic Services is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following Forensic Psychologist positions:
Forensic Psychologist (Inpatient) Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Milledgeville and Savannah, Georgia
* Completes 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
* Completes violence risk assessments (HCR-20 and START) and other psychological testing
* Conducts treatment groups and psycho-educational interventions (may include sex offender treatment)
* Provides guidance in recovery/treatment planning
* Supervises team leaders and mental health counselors
* Oversees competency remediation programming
* Provides expert testimony
Forensic Psychologist (Outpatient)
* Completes 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
* Provides expert testimony
* May serve as liaison with the courts for diversion of cases
Juvenile Forensic Psychologist (Outpatient) - Multiple Locations Statewide
* Completes court-ordered juvenile forensic psychological evaluations to answer questions of competency to proceed, disposition, and transfer as a neutral friend of the Court
* Provides expert testimony
Qualifications
All of the psychologist positions require a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited psychology program and eligibility for Georgia licensure as a psychologist upon appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Forensic Psychologists would have one or more years of experience working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital as well as one or more years of formal training or experience in forensic mental health evaluation and treatment.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
This forensic psychologist positions are a pay grade N on the statewide salary plan.
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
Employment Information
To see all DBHDD psychologist positions click here
Outpatient positions may be available in multiple locations throughout Georgia. State hospitals are located in Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Milledgeville, and Savannah.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
B9876
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.
Additional Information
* Number of Openings: 1
* Advertised Salary: Based on Edu & Exp
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Dec 12, 2022
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024