CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST
About the role
Under the general direction of the Senior Psychologist Supervisor, the Consulting Psychologist provides clinical and operational oversight of the Felony Incompetent to Stand Trial (FIST) Mental Health Diversion and County FIST Community Based Restoration programs for assigned regions. The Consulting Psychologist provides clinical and operational oversight of acute and sub-acute Community Inpatient Facilities (CIFs), serving FIST clients, for assigned inpatient hospitals. The candidate will collaborate with county and inpatient hospital partners in developing and supporting programming to provide treatment in community settings, with the goal of expanding the continuum of care for FIST defendants. The Consulting Psychologist serves as the clinical liaison between the programs, county courts, and the Department's Community Forensic Partnerships Division (CFPD).
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical and operational oversight of the Felony Incompetent to Stand Trial (FIST) Mental Health Diversion and County FIST Community Based Restoration programs for assigned regions
- Provide clinical and operational oversight of acute and sub-acute Community Inpatient Facilities (CIFs) serving FIST clients for assigned inpatient hospitals
- Collaborate with county and inpatient hospital partners in developing and supporting programming to provide treatment in community settings
- Serve as the clinical liaison between the programs, county courts, and the Department's Community Forensic Partnerships Division (CFPD)
Requirements
- Must pass Live Scan (fingerprint) background check from Department of Justice (DOJ)
Pay
$11,904.00 - $14,290.00 U (New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable)
Schedule
Permanent, Full Time