Youth Forensic Evaluator - Fee-for-Service

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SUBSIDIARY: Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI)

PROGRAM: Youth Safety & Responsibility Program (YSRP)

ROLE TYPE: Fee-for-Service (Contract)

OVERVIEW:

Joseph J. Peters Institute is a nationally recognized provider delivering expert clinical care for individuals suffering from the effects of trauma and for individuals with a history of sexual misbehavior and/or relational violence. Our Youth Safety & Responsibility Program provides specialized services for adolescents with problem sexual behavior, including charges and/or conviction of a sexual offense.

The Forensic Evaluator will perform Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Evaluations (CBEs), including psychosexual intervention needs assessments, as well as Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Re-evaluations (CBRs) for adolescents between the ages of 10-20. Evaluations are conducted by interviewing participants as well as other parties involved in participants’ care. The Evaluator will write comprehensive evaluation reports for submission to the supervising psychologist.

WORKSITES:

• YSRP evaluations are conducted at JJPI’s South Broad Street clinic in Center City Philadelphia.
• Reports may be completed remotely.
• Clinical meetings and scheduled supervision may occur on-site or virtually.

SCHEDULE:

• Approx. 8 to 20 hours per week between clinical interview and writing time (addl. hours may be available with Adult SRP depending on program needs)
• Evaluation appointments typically occur during morning and afternoon hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform outpatient Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Evaluations (CBE) and Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Re-evaluations (CBRs) for adolescents as part of a team and under the supervision of a psychologist.
• Provide Mental Status Exams (MSE) and clinical formulations for CBEs.
• Interview participants and other parties involved in participants’ care.
• Administer psychometric measures and interpret results.
• Ensure the clinical quality of evaluation reports and the timeliness of report completion (30 days for a final draft and 2 weeks for initial drafts).
• Maintain clinical records in accordance with agency, managed care, and licensing requirements.
• Analyze and integrate data gathered during evaluations to provide diagnostic conclusions and treatment recommendations.
• Provide comprehensive written reports to guide treatment and to respond to referral sources.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with other agencies.
• Understand the impact of the caseload requirements on the financial performance of the agency.
• Promote the agency in interactions with other agencies and professionals.
• Complete initial evaluation-specific Wellness Plans.
• Complete and provide statistical reports (case management and clinical hours) at the end of each week/pay period.
• Adhere to JJPI’s policy for completing Credible (EHR) documentation.
• Attend clinical meetings and scheduled supervision.
• Understand and communicate with other programs within the agency and work to foster a collaborative team approach across all programs.
• Maintain own liability insurance.

SKILLS:

• Strong interviewing and assessment skills
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to function as part of an assessment team consisting of supervising psychologists and psychiatrists
• Ability to meet timelines

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in clinical or counseling psychology or clinical social work required
• Clinical intake experience required
• Preferred: Full assessment battery experience

COMPENSATION: Compensation is flat rate for evaluations. Rates are dependent upon the credentials of the evaluator.

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