Senior Supervising Forensic Psychologist (Part-Time)

SUBSIDIARY: Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI)

PROGRAM: Safety & Responsibility Programs (SRP)

ROLE TYPE: Part-Time

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Joseph J. Peters Institute seeks a part-time (20-24 hrs/week) senior supervising forensic psychologist for the Safety and Responsibility Program (SRP). This person will conduct and supervise Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Evaluations (CBEs) with risk assessment measures, Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Re-evaluations (CBRs), and consultation for CBEs completed by other JJPI staff and contractors. The Psychologist will also provide clinical supervision/consultation for students, staff clinicians, and other assigned fee-for-service clinicians on psychotherapy cases. In addition, this psychologist will provide therapy for 3 to 4 higher-need participants or those with Medicare (Part B) insurance. The part-time psychologist will provide the highest-quality clinical services to participants in JJPI’s Safety and Responsibility Programs (SRP). This person will report to the Director of SRP.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Functions

• Provide the highest-quality clinical services to participants at Joseph J. Peters Institute.
• Develop and implement innovative techniques to serve the participants of JJPI more effectively.
• Conduct and supervise Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Evaluations (CBEs), Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Re-evaluations (CBRs), risk assessments, and consultation for CBEs completed by other JJPI staff and contractors.
• Provide clinical supervision/consultation for students, senior clinicians, and other assigned fee-for-service clinicians on psychotherapy cases.
• Lead the evaluation team and conduct biweekly group consultations for those evaluators.
• Conduct resiliency reviews and staffings for participants who are at an impasse in treatment or are ready for discharge.
• Provide therapy to 6 to 8 participants with Medicare Part B insurance and/or higher-risk individuals.
• Be responsible for ensuring the clinical quality of evaluation reports provided by self and supervisees, as well as ensuring the timeliness of completion of reports (30 days for final drafts and 2 weeks for initial drafts).
• Monitor and ensure high utilization levels and effectiveness of clinical work completed by supervisees.
• Provide evidence-based treatment to participants.
• Provide direct clinical supervision to 2-4 student externs/student interns/post-doctoral interns at any one time.
• Provide direct supervision to assigned staff clinicians.
• Provide clinical consultation to contracted fee-for-service clinicians.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provides CBEs and CBRs for adolescents and adults in SRP (at least 5 evaluations per month)
• Analyzes and integrates data gathered during evaluations to provide diagnostic conclusions and treatment recommendations
• Provides comprehensive written reports to guide treatment and to respond to referral sources
• Provides clinical supervision of evaluations and related psychological testing to other JJPI SRP clinicians/evaluators/students
• Attends clinical meetings and scheduled supervisions
• Maintains clinical records in accordance with agency, managed care, and licensing requirements
• Seeks out appropriate professional training to meet licensing requirements
• Completes training/certification in selected agency EBPs (e.g., PE and DBT)
• Assists in developing training programs for other staff
• Assists in developing and implementing new, innovative treatment strategies
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with other agencies
• Supervises the SRP clinic one evening per week

Major Job Criteria & Performance Standards

• Complete progress notes within 24 hours of individual sessions (or 72 hours of group sessions) with participants.
• Complete updated resiliency plans every 180 days or as clinically indicated.
• Complete a discharge summary within 48 hours of the termination date.
• Follow up appropriately with the participant and Probation when a participant misses a session.
• Provide CBEs and CBRs to participants in SRP and Youth SRP if needed.
• Provide MSE and Clinical Formulation for CBEs.
• Conduct resiliency reviews and staffings when needed.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Supervises clinicians, evaluators, and students performing evaluation services
• Coordinates completion of the evaluation report within 30 days of the intake appointment
• Ensures the timely and accurate submission of all evaluation-related paperwork by self and supervisees
• Assists in developing training programs for other staff
• Assists with tracking and monitoring of evaluation reports

Organizational Responsibilities

• Works effectively with other staff and contributes to the development of a team approach to treatment
• Provides input into new programs and works to implement more effective methods of delivering services
• Understands and communicates with other programs within the agency and works to foster a collaborative team approach across all programs
• Assists in developing and maintaining a referral network
• Supports and takes an active role in JJPI’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion movement/projects

Financial Responsibilities

• Understand the impact of the caseload requirements on the financial performance of the agency.
• Understand the payment source of each participant.
• Complete all forms required for submission of bills for services promptly and in accordance with JJPI policies and procedures.
• Work with other staff to develop new treatment programs to promote the financial performance of the agency.

Marketing

• Promote the agency in interactions with other agencies and professionals.
• Participate in market planning for the agency as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree in a field related to clinical work required
• Licensure in Pennsylvania as a psychologist required
• At least 5 years of clinical experience in forensics required, specifically in working with individuals who have engaged in illegal sexual behaviors and individuals who have engaged in domestic and intimate partner violence
• Must have experience and training in conducting risk assessments for violence and sex offending (i.e., STATIC, V-RAG)

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.