Forensic Evaluator​/Behavioral Med Practitioner

Working Title

Forensic Evaluator

Behavioral Medicine Practitioner

• Job
• Location:
  
  Statewide
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Health Trt Prf
• Division/Unit: MSOP Admin Svcs / MSOP Forensic Evaluation
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Salary Range: $40.63 - $67.13/hour; $84,835 - $140,167 annually
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a residential, sex‑offense specific treatment program that serves over 700 individuals who have been civilly committed for sexual offending. In this role you will provide comprehensive risk assessments, research, and forensic consultation in the specialized field of civilly committed sexual offenders.

• Select and administer assessments, conduct clinical interviews and/or mental status examinations, and complete evaluations
• Consult and provide testimony to the Minnesota Commitment Appeal Panel and Special Review Board hearings
• Provide specialized and technical consultation to the courts, attorneys, and other professionals
• Apply sophisticated problem‑solving skills when providing consultations, mentoring and educational experiences to unlicensed psychologists
• Provide mentoring, clinical supervision, and training to unlicensed psychologists

• Ph.D. or Psy.
  
  D. in Clinical or Forensic Psychology
• Licensed Psychologist (LP) or be licensed eligible in the state of MN
• 1 year of post‑licensed work experience in a forensic or correctional setting using evidence‑based treatment approaches and comprehensive psychological services (e.g., psychological evaluation, crisis intervention)

• Competency in administration and interpretation of instruments utilized in forensic evaluations
• Experience in testifying and completing court‑ordered evaluations; knowledge of mental health case law is highly preferred
• Experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures

Provide documentation of doctoral degree and clear evidence of eligibility to work in the United States at the start of employment. Reference checks and a criminal background check will be conducted prior to appointment.

Minnesota state agencies are equal‑opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.