AIU Psychologist P/T

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledgeable experts.

The DOC is seeking to recruit psychologists. Under general supervision, with latitude for independent or un-reviewed action or decision, the selected candidate will perform professional work in the field of psychology, through clinical interviewing and/or through the selection, administration and interpretation of standard group and individual test of personality development and intellectual capacity. The incumbent will be responsible but not limited to:

- Evaluating individuals’ psychological suitability for the Correction Officer position
- Maintaining suitable records and files
- Preparing reports of psychological findings
- Attending/participating in psychological and general staff conferences
- Preparing write-ups and documentation for cases
- May be required to testify in court or at other hearings.

Preferred Skills:

- Strong Communication Skills
- The Ability to Maintain Objectivity
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Ability to work in high pressure, changeable situations
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Organizing time sensitive responses
- Preparing write-ups and documentation for cases
- May be required to testify in court or at other hearings.

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