Psychologist

Title: Psychologist
Location: Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 01201, United States

Department: Behavioral Health

Job Description:

Forensic Psychologist Position in the Beautiful Berkshires 

Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Adult Court Clinic program with the following: 

• Providing evaluation and consultation services to the trial courts in Berkshire County. 

• Completing court-ordered evaluations of competence to stand trial, criminal responsibility, aid in sentencing, and prisoner in need of treatment. 

• Completing emergency evaluations for involuntary psychiatric and substance use treatment. 

• Testifying before the court, and consulting with various stakeholders (e.g., judges, attorneys, probation officers, jail mental health staff) about the disposition of persons before the court with mental health and substance abuse issues. 

• Receiving on-the-job training and supervision toward state credentialing as a Designated Forensic Professional. 

Who are we? 

BHN’s Adult Court Clinic program consists of a multi-disciplinary professional team. They are approachable, collaborative, cohesive, down to earth, knowledgeable, and supportive colleagues. Team members are highly motivated, independent, and demonstrate exceptional organizational and clinical skills. They are well-respected in the courts in which they serve. 

Behavioral Health Network is a growing non-profit community behavioral health agency that has been providing services to children, adults, families and communities in Western Massachusetts since 1938.  BHN provides comprehensive, outcome-driven behavioral health care. We are dedicated to offering high quality, affordable and culturally appropriate care to people of all ages and income levels in our constituent communities. 

What are we looking for in a Forensic Psychologist? 

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology (required). 

• Licensed as a Psychologist in Massachusetts (required). 

• At least 1 year of experience working with severely mentally ill population (required). 

• Strong assessment and writing skills. 

• Genuine desire to be a team player. 

 PAY: $106,000 - $112,000  

This could be a hybrid role.  

Pay or shift range: $106,000 USD to $112,000 USD

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  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.