Forensic Clinical Psychologist; Hybrid - FL

Position: Forensic Clinical Psychologist (Hybrid) - #260522-6629FL-001
Introduction

Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector?

Join our team as a Clinical Psychologist to make a significant impact today!

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Forensic Clinical Psychologist to join their Forensics Unit at the Office of the Commissioner. This position will work closely with an interprofessional team, conducting court ordered evaluations for Competency to Stand Trial cases. This position will include report writing and editing and testifying in court as indicated.

Please note:

This position requires considerable travel across the state to various correctional facilities, hospitals and courts.

HIGHLIGHTS

* FACILITY:
Office of the Commissioner (OOC)

* LOCATION:

Middletown, CT

* UNIT:
Forensics

* SCHEDULE:

Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

* POSITION NUMBER: 23698

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

* Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!

* Professional growth and development opportunities

* A healthy work/life balance to all employees

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

* Conduct court ordered examinations (CT General Statute § 54-56d: Competency to Stand Trial) with a multidisciplinary team and lead the interview during these examinations;

* Conduct other examinations independently or with other clinical staff in the Office of Forensic Evaluations;

* Write and edit reports to court;

* Conduct testing to assist in the formulation of an opinion to the court and summarize the testing for the other team members; and

* Provide clinical education to staff in the Office of Forensic Evaluations on topics relevant to the work.

ABOUT US

DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

PLEASE NOTE

* A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

* All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

Selection Plan

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Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

* Educational Credits:
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* Resume Policy:
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* Timely Submission:
All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM.

* Salary Calculations:
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