Forensic Psychologist **REPOST** (Psychologist II, CI (Court Involved))

Introduction RECRUITMENT REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

GRADE ASTD24

LOCATION OF POSITION MDH Springfield Hospital Center Forensics Department 6655 Sykesville Road Sykesville, MD 21784 Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this position is to provide evaluative and consultative services to courts around the State, in addition to operating in a liaison role with clinical teams at the hospital regarding legal issues faced by their patients. This position includes conducting evaluations as to defendants’ competency for trial and criminal responsibility, writing reports, testifying as needed in the District and Circuit Courts of Maryland, conducting risk assessment consultations, conducting groups with court-committed patients, representing the hospital at Statewide meetings and in county-level forensic meetings, representing the hospital in administrative hearings and teaching/supervising psychology trainees. The Office of Forensic Services supports the mission of the organization through active participation in clinical efforts to provide treatment in a recovery-oriented environment. The foundation of a recovery-oriented environment is respect and a commitment to safety in the least restrictive manner possible. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Psychologists under the licensing requirements for Psychologists. Experience: Two years of experience rendering psychological services or engaged in psychological research after receipt of the Psychologist license. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS 1. Candidates for this classification must be licensed as a Psychologist by the Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists prior to permanent appointment to a position. Applicants who do not have a Maryland license may apply before receipt of the required license but the application will be designated in pending status by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Testing Unit. When the license has been obtained, submit a copy of the license to MDH to remove the pending status from the application. 2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. SELECTION PROCESS Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service before starting employment (and may be requested before interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

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