Forensic Evaluator

Working Title: Forensic EvaluatorJob Class: Behavioral Medicine PractitionerAgency: Human Services Dept

Job ID : 80483

Location : Statewide

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 09/25/2024

Closing Date : 10/03/2024

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Health Trt Prf

Division/Unit : MSOP Admin Svcs / MSOP ML Psych Services B

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/ 8:00am-4:30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes, occasional travel to program sites located in St. Peter, MN and/or Moose Lake, MN, or to various courthouses as dictated by court order.

Salary Range: $39.34 - $65.00 / hourly; $82,141 - $135,720 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep

FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.Applicants may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $7,500This position is eligible for Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) with a need to occasionally travel to attend meetings in the office . The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides comprehensive services to 740 civilly committed clients. Services include sex offense specific treatment, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming, and volunteer services.The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is seeking an individual to join our team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Forensic Evaluator. The Forensic Evaluator will provide comprehensive risk assessments, research, and forensic consultation in the specialized field of civilly committed sexual offenders to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program. The Forensic Evaluator specializes in risk assessment of individuals with a history of sexually abusive behaviors.As an independent, highly competent, specialized psychologist in sex offender specific forensic assessments responsibilities include:

Selects and administers assessments, conducts clinical interviews and/or mental status examinations, and completes evaluations

Consults and provides testimony to the Minnesota Commitment Appeal Panel and at Special Review Board hearings

Provides specialized and technical consultation to the courts, attorneys, and other professionals

Provides sophisticated problem-solving skills when providing consultations, as well as offering educational experiences to unlicensed psychologists to enhance department’s overall clinical skills

Provides mentoring, clinical supervision, and training to unlicensed psychologists

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Forensic Psychology

Licensure as a Psychologist (LP) by the Minnesota Board of Psychology or MN license eligible in other states

One-year post-licensed experience in a forensic and/or correctional setting

Preferred Qualifications

Competency in administration and interpretation of instruments utilized in forensic evaluations.

Competence and experience in testifying and completing court-ordered evaluations as well as knowledge of mental health case law is highly preferred.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants may be required to provide a copy of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.