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Forensic Division-Clinical Psychologist (DOH/NMBHI #13092)
State of New Mexico —Las Vegas, NM
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- Full-time
- Background check
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New Mexico Department of Health —Las Vegas, NM
- $96,358 - $154,173 a year
- Full-time
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- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
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Forensic Division-Clinical Psychologist (DOH/NMBHI #13092)

State of New Mexico -
Las Vegas, NM

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Job Details

Full-time
$46.33 - $74.12 an hour
5 days ago

Qualifications

Driver's License
Licensed Psychologist Credentials

Full Job Description

Posting Details

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute provides care to New Mexicans across six different divisions including hospital level inpatient psychiatric care for both civil and forensic commitments, residential treatment for adolescents, outpatient care for people with behavioral health disorders, detox and residential substance use treatment, and skilled/long-term care. As the largest behavioral health complex in the state, inpatient/residential care is provided to over 250 New Mexicans every day, along with 400 outpatient clients a month. There are over 600 employees across all the divisions of NMBHI to ensure high-quality treatment and care is delivered.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Why does the job exist?

The psychologist position is an integral member of the treatment team on the Forensic Division of NMBHI. The position completes competency evaluations for the state and provides a formal report back to the judicial system. This position helps patients move through the hospital stay in order to continue with the legal process as appropriate. These evaluations are individualized and consist of completing clinical interviews, formal psychological testing, and record reviews.
How does it get done?

Complete comprehensive competency assessments.
Complete evidence-based psychological testing.
Participate on the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Actively contribute to treatment planning and provide feedback to behavioral health therapists and social workers.
Testify in court as needed.
Who are the customers?

Patients are referred to NMBHI from the judicial system in response to not being found competency to proceed in trial. These patients are sent for restoration treatment in order to aid and assist in moving forward with the charges against them. Referral may come from any judicial district in the state. At times, patients may stay beyond the initial competency restoration treatment for up to the length of time had they been convicted of the crime they are alleged to have committed.
Ideal Candidate

Patients are referred to NMBHI from the judicial system in response to not being found competency to proceed in trial. These patients are sent for restoration treatment in order to aid and assist in moving forward with the charges against them. Referral may come from any judicial district in the state. At times, patients may stay beyond the initial competency restoration treatment for up to the length of time had they been convicted of the crime they are alleged to have committed.
Minimum Qualification

Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Psychologist Examiners and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License.

Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.

1. SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS--This position ls designated as safely sensitive. Employment Is subject to pre-employment and random testing. In accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment ls subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results.
2. CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK-Must successfully complete post offer pre-employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Working Conditions

This position will work in an office setting with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal, personal computer, and phone usage. The work is in a psychiatric hospital setting with patients who struggle with mental illness and could present with unpredictable behavior.
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Agency Contact Information: Paul Bagwell (505)454-2682 Email

Agency Contact Information: Kaylene Maldonado (505)454-2371 Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

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This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

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