Mecklenburg County
Clinical/Forensic Psychologist (Criminal Justice Services Department)
Mecklenburg County, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Clinical/Forensic Psychologist (Criminal Justice Services Department)
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Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Follow your calling, Find your career!!
Please apply by: Open until filled
Salary Range:
$82,673.05 to $130,000.00. This is an exempt (salaried) position.
Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Criminal Justice Services (CJS) is responsible for promoting improvements in the criminal justice system through interagency cooperation, coordination, and planning. It was formed in 2010 by the Mecklenburg County Manager's Office in response to findings from a Justice & Public Safety Task Force.
Position Summary
Provide case-specific clinical consultations, assessments, evaluations, and level of care determinations, as well as clinical supervision and consultation for master’s and bachelor’s-level clinicians to ensure Mecklenburg County residents receive best practice care delivery and coordination. Depending on position placement, this role may include consultation on crisis intervention strategies, or services required to meet behavioral health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability needs. Assignments under Clinical and Contractual Services (CCS) will include consultation on Youth and Family Services and Services for Adults cases. Under Criminal Justice Services – Forensic Evaluations Unit (CJS), assessments will be completed on adults and youth in custody, as well as individuals in the community or living in other congregant settings. Assignment under both departments will provide representation at policy and service-related meetings with partner agencies.
The Clinical Psychologist with Criminal Justice Service’s (CJS) Forensic Evaluations Unit (FEU) serves as an expert forensic evaluator for Mecklenburg County and conducts court-ordered forensic psychological evaluations from all levels of the judiciary, including Superior and District criminal court, Juvenile Delinquency, Juvenile Dependency, and Special Proceedings. Additionally, the Clinical Psychologist plays a central role in promoting the mission of the FEU and CJS through trainings and consultation with judicial partners and community providers. Other duties may include overseeing the work of contract forensic evaluators, providing clinical support to the FEU’s Behavioral Health Diversion Team, a program that is on the forefront of our community’s efforts to deflect/divert individuals with serious mental illness from the justice system, and clinical consultation to other CJS units. Opportunities also exist for clinical supervision of graduate interns, involvement with grant-funded programs, forensic research, and collaborative projects/committees with other CJS programs, various County departments, and community partner agencies.
Essential Functions
Review assessments, treatment records, and treatment plans and for clinical appropriateness, accuracy and to ensure treatment modalities proposed are consistent with consumers’ clinical needs and represent best practice
Provide clinical supervision to licensed psychological associates, master's level, and/or post-doctoral fellow, as well as informally to staff and student interns, as needed
Participate in clinical staffing with agency partners and staff seeking consultation/guidance around consumer needs
Offer guidance/subject matter expertise about behavioral health funding streams
Conduct level of care determinations as needed
May serve as liaison to staff, external agencies, the media and the general public to enhance mental health and trauma informed awareness
Perform court-ordered (forensic) evaluations and assessments, comprehensive clinical assessments, psychological evaluations, and other behavioral health screenings as needed
Provide consultation to county courts and related agencies regarding best practices in (forensic) psychology
Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of two years of experience working in the behavioral health field. Experience working with managed Medicaid services for assignment with CCS. In CJS, must demonstrate proof of competency in forensic psychological evaluations, especially involving children and adolescents.
Education
PhD or PsyD in psychology from an APA-accredited program.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: No
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Psychologist in state of NC - Health Services Provider in state of NC or license-eligible with license to be obtained within 12-months of hire
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of experience working with SED child and adolescent population and/or adults with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and/or Substance abuse issues.
Behavioral healthcare utilization review, care management and care coordination disease management principles
Strong working knowledge Medicaid services eligibility, as well as knowledge of NC 1915 (b) (c) Waiver and/or NC 1115 Waiver
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of
Behavioral health disorders and principles of treatment
Use of DSM-V, ICD-10, LOCUS/CALOCUS, ASAM, and/or the Supports Intensity Scale, as well as other clinical diagnostic tools.
APA ethical guidelines and practice parameters
Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology if working in CJS
Strong working knowledge of forensic psychological evaluations; especially those related to juvenile court; exceptional assessment skills if working in CJS
NC statutes related to court-orders psychological evaluations from all levels of the judiciary if working in CJS
Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices, as well as promising practices, including model fidelity requirements for interventions addressing behavioral health, substance abuse, and intellectual/developmental disabilities
National and state trends in the changes in evidence based treatments for all disabilities; monitor trends for criminal justice involved individuals with mental health diagnoses if working in CJS
Federal, State, and local laws, rules, policies and regulations, as well as trends
Cultural issues and issues related to poverty in psychological evaluations
Skills
Problem solving
Organization and time management
Professional consultation
Professional report-writing, correspondence, and other documentation
Talking to others to convey information effectively
Meeting facilitation
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Excellent strategic planning and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple and at times competing tasks
Mentorship of less-experienced clinicians
Training for both professional and lay audiences
Abilities
Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Care Management: Having the knowledge and skills to secure relevant patient care data and identify key issues and relationships in the management of consumer care; understanding the relationships among assessments, interventions, and consumer responses; skilled in documentation of assessments and adjusting clinical recommendations as needed
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
Patient Education/Health Promotion: Supporting, explaining, and instructing patient and patient’s family (significant other, care giver, etc.) in understanding the clinical procedures and equipment used to facilitate optimum health status; promoting the lifestyle changes required of the patient and the patient’s family to achieve optimum health status
Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Proficient in using various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Work Environment
Works in an office setting with moderate noise
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Clinical/Forensic Psychologist (Criminal Justice Services Department)
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Mecklenburg County Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Follow your calling, Find your career!!
Please apply by: Open until filled
Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Follow your calling, Find your career!!
Please apply by: Open until filled
Salary Range:
$82,673.05 to $130,000.00. This is an exempt (salaried) position.
Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Criminal Justice Services (CJS) is responsible for promoting improvements in the criminal justice system through interagency cooperation, coordination, and planning. It was formed in 2010 by the Mecklenburg County Manager's Office in response to findings from a Justice & Public Safety Task Force.
Position Summary
Provide case-specific clinical consultations, assessments, evaluations, and level of care determinations, as well as clinical supervision and consultation for master’s and bachelor’s-level clinicians to ensure Mecklenburg County residents receive best practice care delivery and coordination. Depending on position placement, this role may include consultation on crisis intervention strategies, or services required to meet behavioral health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability needs. Assignments under Clinical and Contractual Services (CCS) will include consultation on Youth and Family Services and Services for Adults cases. Under Criminal Justice Services – Forensic Evaluations Unit (CJS), assessments will be completed on adults and youth in custody, as well as individuals in the community or living in other congregant settings. Assignment under both departments will provide representation at policy and service-related meetings with partner agencies.
The Clinical Psychologist with Criminal Justice Service’s (CJS) Forensic Evaluations Unit (FEU) serves as an expert forensic evaluator for Mecklenburg County and conducts court-ordered forensic psychological evaluations from all levels of the judiciary, including Superior and District criminal court, Juvenile Delinquency, Juvenile Dependency, and Special Proceedings. Additionally, the Clinical Psychologist plays a central role in promoting the mission of the FEU and CJS through trainings and consultation with judicial partners and community providers. Other duties may include overseeing the work of contract forensic evaluators, providing clinical support to the FEU’s Behavioral Health Diversion Team, a program that is on the forefront of our community’s efforts to deflect/divert individuals with serious mental illness from the justice system, and clinical consultation to other CJS units. Opportunities also exist for clinical supervision of graduate interns, involvement with grant-funded programs, forensic research, and collaborative projects/committees with other CJS programs, various County departments, and community partner agencies.
Essential Functions
Review assessments, treatment records, and treatment plans and for clinical appropriateness, accuracy and to ensure treatment modalities proposed are consistent with consumers’ clinical needs and represent best practice
Provide clinical supervision to licensed psychological associates, master's level, and/or post-doctoral fellow, as well as informally to staff and student interns, as needed
Participate in clinical staffing with agency partners and staff seeking consultation/guidance around consumer needs
Offer guidance/subject matter expertise about behavioral health funding streams
Conduct level of care determinations as needed
May serve as liaison to staff, external agencies, the media and the general public to enhance mental health and trauma informed awareness
Perform court-ordered (forensic) evaluations and assessments, comprehensive clinical assessments, psychological evaluations, and other behavioral health screenings as needed
Provide consultation to county courts and related agencies regarding best practices in (forensic) psychology
Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of two years of experience working in the behavioral health field. Experience working with managed Medicaid services for assignment with CCS. In CJS, must demonstrate proof of competency in forensic psychological evaluations, especially involving children and adolescents.
Education
PhD or PsyD in psychology from an APA-accredited program.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: No
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Psychologist in state of NC - Health Services Provider in state of NC or license-eligible with license to be obtained within 12-months of hire
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of experience working with SED child and adolescent population and/or adults with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and/or Substance abuse issues.
Behavioral healthcare utilization review, care management and care coordination disease management principles
Strong working knowledge Medicaid services eligibility, as well as knowledge of NC 1915 (b) (c) Waiver and/or NC 1115 Waiver
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of
Behavioral health disorders and principles of treatment
Use of DSM-V, ICD-10, LOCUS/CALOCUS, ASAM, and/or the Supports Intensity Scale, as well as other clinical diagnostic tools.
APA ethical guidelines and practice parameters
Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology if working in CJS
Strong working knowledge of forensic psychological evaluations; especially those related to juvenile court; exceptional assessment skills if working in CJS
NC statutes related to court-orders psychological evaluations from all levels of the judiciary if working in CJS
Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices, as well as promising practices, including model fidelity requirements for interventions addressing behavioral health, substance abuse, and intellectual/developmental disabilities
National and state trends in the changes in evidence based treatments for all disabilities; monitor trends for criminal justice involved individuals with mental health diagnoses if working in CJS
Federal, State, and local laws, rules, policies and regulations, as well as trends
Cultural issues and issues related to poverty in psychological evaluations
Skills
Problem solving
Organization and time management
Professional consultation
Professional report-writing, correspondence, and other documentation
Talking to others to convey information effectively
Meeting facilitation
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Excellent strategic planning and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple and at times competing tasks
Mentorship of less-experienced clinicians
Training for both professional and lay audiences
Abilities
Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Care Management: Having the knowledge and skills to secure relevant patient care data and identify key issues and relationships in the management of consumer care; understanding the relationships among assessments, interventions, and consumer responses; skilled in documentation of assessments and adjusting clinical recommendations as needed
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
Patient Education/Health Promotion: Supporting, explaining, and instructing patient and patient’s family (significant other, care giver, etc.) in understanding the clinical procedures and equipment used to facilitate optimum health status; promoting the lifestyle changes required of the patient and the patient’s family to achieve optimum health status
Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Proficient in using various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Work Environment
Works in an office setting with moderate noise
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mecklenburg County by 2x Get notified about new Forensic Psychologist jobs in
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