Forensic Psychologist (Psychologist Level III), Correctional Health

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NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible. Visit us at nychhc.org and stay connected on facebook.com/nycHHC or Twitter@hhcnyc.

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation’s leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation’s largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City’s criminal justice reform efforts.

Job Description

Summary of position:

This part-time (three days per week) position reports to the Director of the Queens Forensic Psychiatric Evaluation Court Clinic (Queens FPECC) in the Division of Correctional Health Services. The Queens FPECC, located in the Queens County Criminal Court Building at 125-01 Queens Boulevard, Kew Gardens, is responsible for conducting court-ordered fitness to proceed evaluations of criminal defendants under CPL Article 730 and presentencing evaluations under CPL Article 390; preparing written reports in a timely manner for submission to the Courts; and providing courtroom testimony as necessary.

Responsibilities include:

Conduct court-ordered evaluations of criminal defendants and submit timely written reports to the Courts

Conduct psychological testing (intelligence, neuropsychological, personality, malingering, etc.) as needed

Provide teaching and supervision for clinicians in training

Participate in regular supervision with the Director of the Queens FPECC

Actively participate in staff meetings, clinic quality improvement projects, and continuing education

Remain aware of and in compliance with organizational policies and procedures

From time to time, as needed, conduct CPL 730 and CPL 390 evaluations in the other FPECC clinics (Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan)

Other duties as assigned by the Director of the Queens Forensic Psychiatric Evaluation Court Clinic or the city-wide Director of the Forensic Psychiatric Evaluation Court Clinics

Department Preferences:

Excellent diagnostic and evaluation skills with particular attention to issues related to forming opinions about psychological questions

Excellent forensic report writing skills

Experience working with forensic mental health populations

Experience in administering and scoring a wide range of psychological tests

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with other disciplines

Proficiency with word processing programs and spreadsheet programs

Fluent in written and spoken English

Qualification Requirements:

Education: Ph.D or Psy.D. degree

Valid license and current registration to practice as a psychologist, issued by the New York State Department of Education.

At least two years of full-time post-licensure experience practicing clinical and/or forensic psychology, one year of which must have been post-licensure supervisory experience, or three years of post-licensure experience.

Completion of the NYC Health + Hospitals Supervisory training within three months after appointment.

An equivalent and satisfactory combination of education and experience may be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Valid license and current registration to practice as a Psychologist issued by the NYSED; and

2. Two (2) years of post-licensure experience, one (1) year of which must have been post-licensure supervisory experience; or three (3) years of post-licensure experience; and

3. Completion of the NYC Health + Hospitals Supervisory training within three (3) months of appointment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance coverage, dental, vision, retirement saving plans and paid time off.

In addition to base compensation, you will receive $4,855 annually if you are currently registered and possess a New York State license to practice as a psychologist.

How To Apply

NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health Services

Talent Acquisition

Human Resources Department

55 Water Street, 18th Floor

New York, NY 10041

Attn: Talent Acquisition

If applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees

Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts

College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities

Multiple employee discounts programs