Psychologist

Forensic Psychologist - Inpatient

GRHA offers inpatient adult mental health services, inpatient habilitation services and forensic program services to individuals throughout Georgia.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Psychologist .

Under supervision of a hospital forensic director, the successful candidates will be responsible for the completion of criminal forensic evaluations.

Knowledge of abnormal psychology, pertinent statutes and case law related to the practice of forensic psychology, malingering assessment tools, intellectual testing, personality assessment, best practices in mental health treatment, and ethical/professional guidelines for the practice of forensic psychology is required.

Job duties include the participation on the recovery planning (treatment) team; facilitation of group treatment; participation in the development of individualized recovery (treatment) plans; documentation of treatment progress; completion of face-to-face forensic mental health evaluations to determine competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk; report preparation; expert testimony; behavioral programming; clinical supervision of mental health counselors, and related work as assigned. Completion of the state's Competency to Stand Trial Certification process within one year of hire is required for continued employment.

Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:

Conducts 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.

Conducts forensic risk assessments and other psychological testing.

Conducts groups and psycho-educational interventions.

License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent. "License eligible" if able to obtain within a reasonable time (i.e. relocation from another state)

Benefits

Vacation - 15 days each year up to 5 years of service; 18 days each year from 5 - 10 years of service; 21 days each year from 10+ years of service

Sick Leave - accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)

Holidays - Georgia recognizes 13 paid holidays.

Retirement - both a 401(K) plan with a matching employer contribution and a Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Available Insurance - Health; Dental; Vision; Legal; Disability; Life & dependent life

Spending Accounts - Healthcare & Childcare accounts available

We are a Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.

This opportunity will close when we have an adequate candidate field and/or filled the position.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $81,000.00 - $124,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends as needed

Education:
Doctorate (Preferred)

License/Certification:
Licensed Psychologist Credentials (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
Decatur, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person