The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Psychologist, Inpatient at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.

Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:

• Provides the necessary diagnostic assessment and integrated psychosocial assessment
• Completes forensic evaluations
• Provides active treatment such as DBT that requires a licensed psychologist
• Assists in the management of individuals with significant behavior problems

A current Georgia license to practice Psychology

*License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent*

A doctoral degree and experienance working in the field of Forensic Psychology. A current Georgia license to practice psychology (license may be temporary, provisional, or permanent). At least two years of experience conducting competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility evaluations and risk assessments with the PCL-R:2 and the HCR-20. Previous inpatient experience is preferred.

In addition to a competitive salary (), we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

This position is a pay grade 19 on the statewide salary plan.

This position is located at Georgia Regional Hospital of Atlanta in Atlanta (Decatur), Georgia.

A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the world’s great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here you’ll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.

Come to Georgia's capital city and experience first-hand our historic charm and hospitality.

Please email your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: GRHAjobs@dhr.state.ga.us

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following title in the subject line of your email: Forensic Psychologist, Inpatient   If you are currently employed by DBHDD, please include "Internal Employee" in the subject line as well.

You may be subject to a Drug Screen. You may be required to submit fingerprints to check for the existence of Criminal History Record Information through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. You do have the right to challenge the contents of any Criminal History that is located, should you choose to do so.

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DBHDD, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.