Forensic Psychologist #BD-234-03
Location
Evanston, IL | United States
Job description
Adelphi is seeking a forensic psychologist to provide services at a facility in Evanston, Wyoming. The forensic psychologist will provide forensic psychological services, including sanity and competency assessment, risk assessment, admission screening, and individual therapy.
Job Quick Facts: - Ref: BD 234-03
- Profession: Allied Health
- Specialty: Forensic Psychologist
- Location: Evanston, WY
- Service Setting: Inpatient
- Job Type: Full time
- Coverage Type: Clinical
- Start Date: ASAP Required:
- PsyD or PhD in Psychology
- Wyoming license/ Eligible for licensure in Wyoming
- 2-4 Years experience Knowledge and Competencies:
- Knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, treatment, and medical conditions impacting patients.
- Knowledge of forensic assessment, to include knowledge of specialized assessment instruments and forensic interviewing skills.
- Ability to inscribe an integrated report and testify to said findings.
- Knowledge or psychopathology and proficiency in basic clinical interviewing and testing.
- Knowledge of germane clinical and forensic literature regarding research developments.
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel management.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct court-ordered forensic evaluations pursuant to Wyoming statute regarding competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility at time of the offense.
- Complete forensic reports and provide testimony in court when requested.
- Provide risk assessments for individuals adjudicated not guilty by reason of mental illness as ordered by the court.
- Perform risk assessment on civil cases to other units in the facility.
- Provide supervision and training of post-doctoral students and pre-doctoral interns on a primary or secondary level.
- May provide work direction to contract psychologists.
- Provide clinical psychological evaluation for purposes of admission screening, treatment planning and diagnostic clarification.
- Provide clinical psychological evaluation for purposes of readiness for discharge, community placement and guardianship.
- Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders.
- Utilize individual, group and family therapies and the use of cognitive-behavioral treatment techniques.
- Provide and interpret psychological testing, including the evaluation of mental illness, intelligence, personality, and neuropsychological functioning. Salary and Compensation: $116,556 - $129,516 plus benefits package, including: medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation plan, and longevity pay.
About AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing: Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve
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