Addiction Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Psychiatry
BC Psychiatrist needed in Madera, CA
FT Availability Required
Forensic Psychology Services
40-hours per week
Conducts diagnostic evaluations of inmates in lock-up settings to determine clients' post
release level of care needs and to determine mental health needs while in custody and
make referrals to treatment interventions to serve the criminal justice population.
Uses forensic psychological training to assess diversion suitability and competency to
stand trial.
Provides updates to the court regularly; presents in court for all necessary hearings; and
provides testimony on client behalf.
Assists providers to understand the needs of the court, requirements for treatment and
legal standards for the specific penal code section applicable to the clients.
Acts as consultant about competency evaluations to other clinicians.
Assists judicial officers and attorneys understand availability of services to facilitate
realistic understanding of treatment possibilities.
Provides liaison services between court officers and treatment providers.
Be able to answer legal questions about clients with attorneys and mental health
providers.
Assures the court receives timely progress report updates according to the court orders.
Understands legal stipulations and takes those stipulations into consideration when
developing care plans.
W2 or 1099 options available