Clinical Psychologist - Forensic Evaluator - (Hybrid)

Initial Posting Date:

12/05/2024

Application Deadline:

01/05/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$10,198 - $11,785

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Clinical Psychologist - Forensic Evaluator - (Hybrid)

Job Description:

The Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Forensic Evaluation Service (FES) team is seeking a Clinical Psychologist, skilled in pretrial forensic evaluations. OSH is dedicated to inspiring hope, promoting safety, and supporting healing for patients entrusted to our care.

What you will do!

The Forensic Evaluation Service (FES) operates within the Oregon State Hospital, a Joint Commission-accredited and CMS-certified public psychiatric hospital. The hospital's mission is to provide therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment focusing on recovery and community reintegration all in a safe environment. Clinical Psychologists within the FES prepare pretrial forensic evaluation reports for courts throughout Oregon based on applicable Oregon statutes. They also provide consultation to staff both internal and external, including treatment team members, defense attorneys, district attorneys, and judges.

What's in it for you?

• A position where your input and contributions impact the citizens of Oregon.
• 10 hours of vacation leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month
• Competitive medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Pension and retirement programs
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

This is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

PRETRIAL FORENSIC EVALUATIONS AND CONSULTATION

• Completes pretrial forensic evaluations consistent with the applicable Oregon Revised Statutes.
• Evaluation may include, but is not limited to, fitness to proceed/competency to stand trial, guilty except for insanity, and/or diminished capacity; based on MAHPS privileging status and individual evaluators’ training and experience. Consults with the treatment teams regarding clinical progress and expected outcomes of care, as needed.
• Completes evaluations within specified deadlines.
• Performs job duties within MAHPS privileging specifications.

FUNCTIONS AS A MEMBER OF THE FORENSIC EVALUATION SERVICE

• Follows APA ethical standards, standards for providers of clinical and psychological services, , and OSH policies and procedures.
• Participates in continuing education to maintain professional competence and Oregon psychologist licensure.
• Maintains certification as a Forensic Evaluator in the State of Oregon through the Oregon Forensic Evaluator Training Program (OFETP).
• Attends mandatory department meetings, hospital trainings and review of policies per designated timelines and serves on departmental committees as assigned by the Director and Associate Director of FES.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

NOTE - The goal of this recruitment is to fill this position at the Clinical Psychologist 2 level.  However, we encourage candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for a Clinical Psychologist 1 to apply, as we may consider under-filling this position until the selected candidate meets the minimum qualifications for a Clinical Psychologist 2. Clinical Psychologist 1 candidates have 24 months from date of appointment to become licensed as a Clinical Psychologist by the Oregon Board of Psychologist Examiners.

Clinical Psychologist 2($10,198.00 - $11,785.00 per month)

A doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited university AND completion of a one-year internship in Clinical Psychology.
Applicants must be licensed as a Clinical Psychologist by the Oregon Board of Psychologist Examiners at the time of appointment.

UNDERFILL OPTION

Clinical Psychologist 1($ 8,831.00 - $ 10,200.00 per month)  

A doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited university AND completion of a one-year internship in Clinical Psychology.
You must be eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in Oregon.

*NOTE* - Applications will be considered if they have met all degree requirements except for completion of their one-year internship. They must be slated to complete their one-year internship in Clinical Psychology prior to their anticipated start date to be considered. 

REQUESTED SKILLS:

• Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Experience conducting psychological as well as pretrial forensic evaluations.
• Obtaining and maintaining MAHPS privileging per specified deadlines.
• Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.

Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications and most closely match the requested skills will be invited for an interview.

How to apply:

• Complete the application.
• Attach a copy of your resume
• Please apply on our website

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Barry Lein or Tania Davis

Email: Barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov

Phone/text: 503-440-6484

OR

Tania Davis

Email: tania.t.davis@oha.oregon.gov

Phone/text: 971-286-8779

TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627.

**Accommodation request related to a disability should be made as soon as possible.

Additional Information

• Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
• This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
• If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference.
• We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Don’t attach extra documents. We will only look at documents that we ask for.
• The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position.
• Applicant Help and Support webpage.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.