Forensic Psychologist - Center Forensic Psychiatry

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This is an entry level position to the Forensic Psychologist Class series. Its primary function is to obtain training and preparation for advancement to an independent level of professional functioning in the provision of psychological services that aid in the assessment, treatment, and management of patients of the Center for Forensic Psychiatry and that aid Michigan courts in adjudicating criminal forensic issues.

The following must be successfully completed within a one-year period:
1) relevant training in forensic psychology, including State Of Michigan certification as a Consulting Forensic Psychologist; and
2) full licensure by the State Of Michigan to practice psychology or a passing grade on the Examination for Professional Practice that is mandatory for achieving full licensure. The service population is composed of individuals ranging from late childhood to late adulthood. Staff in this position will attain competencies in the assessment and treatment of various age groups.

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• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Meet the Selective Position Requirement (SPR) OR Sub Class Code (if applicable).
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here:
Instructions

Possession of a Ph.D. or Psy.

D. from an accredited psychology program.

No specific type or amount is required.

If chosen for an interview, you will be required to submit a psychological report sample with patient health information redacted prior to the interview. An email address will be provided.

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

This position is located at the Center for Forensic Psychiatry: 8303 Platt Road, Saline, MI 48176.

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

The preferred and appointed candidate will be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For questions about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies. Please reference this job posting number in subject line.

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