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Office of Forensic Services
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outpatient Forensic Psychologist. Under supervision of the Assistant Director of Forensic Services, the successful candidates float within assigned sections of the state and will be responsible for assisting outpatient evaluation teams and inpatient forensic hospitals in the completion of forensic evaluations.
Knowledge of abnormal psychology, developmental 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 completion of face-to-face forensic mental health evaluations to determine competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk; report preparation; expert testimony; data collection and analysis; supervision; and related work as assigned. Juvenile forensic (competency, waiver, etc.) evaluations may also be assigned. The work requires travel to various areas of the state. Completion of the state’s Competency to Stand Trial Certification process within one year of hire is required for continued employment.
Sick Leave – accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
Holidays – the state of Georgia recognizes 12 paid holidays
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
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