Forensic Psychologist Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the forensic psychologist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for clinical consultation on problematic cases being followed by other court clinic staf; provide review and feedback on other team members’ evaluations and work products when requested by supervisor.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of the theories and principles of psychology
• Knowledge of psychological testing principles and practices
• Knowledge of Florida laws specific to forensic examinations for competency assessments
• Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, analyzing and interpreting data
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and/or resident information
• Experience of completing psycholocial assessments
• Coursework and experience in conducting psychodiagnostic evaluations
• Administering, scoring, and interpreting psychological tests

I am excited to be applying for the position of forensic psychologist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for consultation to the court and probation staff as well as to family members and community providers who are involved with forensic clients (mental health agencies, Department of Developmental Services (DDS), residential programs, etc.); establish and maintain good working relationships with these individuals to discuss pertinent clinical and other issues.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Currently licensed as a Psychologist in the state of employment
• Knowledge of behavioral techniques
• Knowledge of human services and criminal justice systems
• Consults reference material such as textbooks, manuals, and journals in order to identify symptoms, to make diagnoses, and to develop approaches to treatment
• To carry out assessments of prisoners in accordance with accredited programmes manuals to ensure prisoners meet the relevant criteria for interventions
• Promote Oakhill’s work in programme delivery by networking and involvement in appropriate conferences, regional and national meetings and ensure that current best practice is followed
• Administer competency evaluations for residents committed to APD pursuant to chapters 393 and 916, Florida Statutes, and any related psychological tests when requested or a need is identified
• Prepare clinical summaries on residents and participates in interdisciplinary support team meetings

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the forensic psychologist position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for clinical consultation on problematic cases being followed by other court clinic staff; provide review and feedback on other team members’ evaluations and work products when requested by supervisor.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Diagnosing psychological disorders
• Prior experience providing court ordered forensic evaluations
• Knowledge of human behaviors, risk assessment, and treatment of individuals with mental illness and substance abuse
• Certified as a Designated Forensic Professional or meets the eligibility requirements for DFP candidacy in 104 CMR 33.04
• Previous work with forensic psychiatric patients is preferred
• Training and experience in the delivery of forensic psychological evaluation
• HCPC Registered Psychologist
• Xperience of working with sexual and violent offenders and having a good working knowledge of the criminogenic needs of these populations

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the forensic psychologist position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for testimony, as requested by the court, in the role of expert witness and in conjunction with evaluations conducted.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Has completed an MSc or equivalent in Forensic Psychology
• Knowledge of prisoner responsivity issues and how to work effectively with these within assessments and treatment
• Experience of completing psychological risk and personality assessments
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system in Massachusetts
• Knowledge of the human service system and particularly the DMH service system in Massachusetts
• Considerable knowledge of MGL c.123 and other statutes relating to the provision of services in the adult court system
• Knowledge of the mission of DMH and the Forensic Services Division in relation to the court system
• Considerable knowledge of the Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives managed by DMH in the court clinic

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the forensic psychologist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for consultation to the court and probation staff as well as to family members and community providers who are involved with forensic clients (mental health agencies, Department of Developmental Services (DDS), residential programs, etc.).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Work with other field staff to effectively utilize available psychological services, where these services are appropriate, and to enhance the treatment and/or rehabilitation process for the DDDP population
• Administer and interpret comprehensive diagnostic test batteries in order to assess the resident’s current level of functioning and potential for improvement
• Attend and participate in additional training to verified self-educational activities when resources are available
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Services
• Manage the accredited offending behaviour programmes to ensure that the prison meets audit requirements
• Provide supervisory sessions for the accredited offending behaviour programme tutors in order to ensure a nationally accredited level of delivery
• Develop and promote the programmes ensuring their effectiveness and adherence to best practice
• Promote the prison’s work in programme delivery by networking and involvement in the appropriate conferences, area and national meetings and ensure that current best practice is adopted and followed