Forensic Psychologist - Central Regional Hospital
About The Position
The Senior Psychologist will work in the Forensic Services Unit at Central Regional Hospital in Butner, North Carolina. The position conducts pretrial forensic evaluations for outpatients and inpatients and provides consultation to other hospitals. Evaluations may address Capacity to Proceed, possible use of a Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity defense, or other specialized forensic evaluation needs. This is a full-time position with the State benefits package. The position has a hybrid schedule, with some on-site work required; it is not fully remote. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility available for a remote or hybrid schedule. The position is exempt from certain provisions of the State Human Resources Act. Central Regional Hospital is a state psychiatric hospital in Butner serving children, adolescents, and adults with mental illness. Employees are subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal-record background checks, and must adhere to the facility’s vaccination policy. Tobacco and vapor products are prohibited on campus.
Requirements
- Eligibility for licensure in North Carolina under the NC Psychology Practice Act (G.S. 90-270).
- Two years of professional psychological experience, including at least one year postdoctoral.
- Licensure must be obtained before beginning employment.
- If not licensed, apply for licensure within 30 days of employment and attain licensure no later than the second sitting for the national and state licensure examination.
Nice To Haves
- Extensive knowledge and ability in age-appropriate psychological testing, psychopathology, and diagnosis.
- Knowledge of psychological tests, including tests of intellectual ability, personality, forensic-specific testing, and neuropsychological screening instruments.
- Knowledge of forensic psychology, including competency-to-stand-trial evaluations and Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity defense issues.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pretrial forensic evaluations for outpatients and inpatients.
- Provide consultation to other hospitals.
- Evaluate Capacity to Proceed.
- Assess possible use of a Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity defense.
- Conduct other specialized types of forensic evaluation.
Benefits
- Full State benefits package
- A sign-on bonus of $15,000 may be offered to eligible successful applicants, contingent on budget approval.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
