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Augusta, Georgia Government
Augusta, Georgia Government
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
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Augusta, Georgia Government is the municipal government serving the city of Augusta, Georgia. Its departments coordinate essential public services and provide information for residents, businesses, and visitors, covering areas such as utilities, waste and recycling, taxes, city employment, and public programs including Open Augusta. The organization also supports access to city departments, local services, and resources for living and doing business in Augusta.
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Community Forensic Psychologist

Conduct forensic evaluations for Georgia’s public behavioral health system, including assessments of trial competency, criminal responsibility, and violence risk. Prepare reports, provide expert testimony, and travel throughout Georgia.

USUnited States
$95,400 – $112,700 / year
HybridFull-timeJuniorEnglish RequiredCommunity Manager

Description

  • Conduct in-person forensic mental health evaluations addressing competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk.
  • Support outpatient evaluation teams and inpatient forensic hospitals with forensic assessments.
  • Work across assigned state sections as needed.
  • Prepare evaluation reports.
  • Give expert testimony.
  • Gather and analyze data.
  • Provide supervision when assigned.
  • Conduct juvenile forensic evaluations, including competency and waiver assessments, when assigned.
  • Travel to locations throughout Georgia.
  • Carry out other assigned duties.

Requirements

  • Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association-accredited college or university.
  • Current Georgia psychology license; temporary, provisional, or permanent licenses are accepted.
  • One year of experience as a Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or in an equivalent role.
  • Knowledge of abnormal and developmental psychology; forensic psychology statutes and case law; malingering assessment tools; intellectual and personality assessment; mental health treatment best practices; and professional ethics and guidelines.
  • Complete the state Competency to Stand Trial Certification process within one year of hire to remain employed.
  • Pass national and state background checks as a condition of employment.
  • Ability to complete required evaluations, vaccinations, licensure, and certifications.
  • Hold current licenses that authorize practice in Georgia.
  • Drug screening, TB evaluation, and annual influenza vaccination may be required.

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance.
  • Retirement and savings plan options.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Vacation leave.
  • Sick leave.
  • Total Rewards programs intended to support the work environment, job satisfaction, and work-life balance.

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