Job Overview
Culver Forensic Consulting is seeking to fill an opening for a Post-Doctoral Psychology Resident. Under the direct supervision of Dr. Keegan Culver, the position entails conducting criminal forensic evaluations (Competence to Proceed, Sanity, Commitment/Conditional Release) and law enforcement evaluations (Pre-Employment, Fitness-for-Duty). This is a private office setting with criminal evaluations conducted off-site in local jails. Police evaluations are conducted in-office. The position is evaluation-based and does not involve treatment/therapy. Prior forensic evaluation experience is preferred but not required.
This is a year-long, full-time position. The position offers an option to hire after licensure. The yearly salary is $50,000. The start date is flexible. Our office is located in the historic downtown area of Fort Myers, Florida. We are walking distance from popular bars and restaurants, as well as the Lee County Courthouse.
Educational Requirements
The candidate must have completed an APA accredited doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.). Doctorates in Neuropsychology or Forensic Psychology will also be considered. The candidate must have completed an APA accredited internship prior to the beginning of the post-doctoral residence.
Other Requirements
The candidate must pass a criminal background check.
Skills
The candidate must have well-developed report writing skills. Prospective candidates will be asked to produce writing samples as part of their application process. The candidate must have training and experience in psychological testing and clinical interviewing. Candidates must also be familiar with how serious mental illness presents; the ideal candidate will have some experience in an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting.
Responsibilities
Conduct clinical-forensic interviews
Administer, score, interpret psychological tests
Prepare written reports
Maintain clear and detailed documentation
Attend court hearings with potential opportunities to testify
Interact professionally with the legal and law enforcement communities
Some administrative duties including preparing files, preparing test stations, answering the phone, responding to emails, scheduling evaluations, collecting collateral records, greeting evaluees
If you are interested in the psychological underpinnings of the criminal justice system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you.
Culver Forensic Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please email the following application materials to our office administrator, Ms. Celia O’Connor, at [email protected]
- Interest Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts
- Three Letters of Recommendation
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
