Clinical Psychologist - Forensic Psychological Assessment Specialist

PsychologistNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Cost Center
  • 316 PCC
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours
  • 40

Work Shift

  • First Shift (United States of America)
  • Shift & Status

What Will You Do?

As a Clinical Psychologist at Pine Rest, you’ll be part of tight-knit team that believes in the healing power of your expertise and compassion.

Within the framework of the organization is responsible to be a professional caregiver who provides assessment, counseling, treatment and gives referrals and advocacy services for patients.

Is also responsible for upholding the highest quality care, keeping with all standards and bylaws set by government agencies as well as Pine Rest.

The Clinical Psychologist is dedicated to excellent customer service, enthusiastic about the care we offer, and foster a sense of belonging and empowerment in a diverse workplace.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Participates in the interviewing of persons served and assessing them through mental status as well as reviewing records obtained from other patient care staff.

Selects and completes appropriate therapeutic interventions based upon clinical knowledge base and educational background (to include individual, group, family, experiential, and evidence-based models).

Collaborates with other treatment team members regarding patients’ progress through interdisciplinary team meetings, record review, and informal discussions.

Ensures that medical record documentation protocols are complied with. Ensures that persons’ served progress notes are entered into the medical records on a timely basis and in accordance with established organizational and departmental procedures.

May coordinate services and community resources as needed and assist person’s served in obtaining them.

Participates regularly in departmental and staff meetings. Serves on programs or organizational committees as required and as time and workload allow.

Maintains all Michigan licensure requirements.

Builds knowledge of current trends and developments in treatment and counseling through the use of appropriate professional literature, medical workshops and publications. Fulfills continuing education requirements as per PRCMHS departmental policies.

  • Participates in education and training programs for persons served, families, or community groups.
  • May write behavior management plans for patients as part of consultation.
  • Provides consultation to professionals, hospitals, organizations, or agencies outside of Pine Rest.
  • Membership and involvement in local, state, and national professional organizations is encouraged.

What Does This Role Require?

Education/Experience

Current state license or degree from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association..

Requires a Fully Licensed Psychologist

  • One to two years of postgraduate clinical experience in order to gain adequate understanding of PRCMHS policies and procedures and in order to develop skills in patient assessment, and development of treatment plans.
  • May be required to apply to become a member of the Affiliate or Courtesy Affiliate Medical Staff.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans
  • 403(b) retirement match contribution by Pine Rest
  • Generous PTO for full and part time employees

Tuition Assistance & Loan Forgiveness

  • Employee Assistance Program offering many free and discounted services for therapy, legal, accounting, gym membership, etc.
  • Partnership with Davenport University provides generous discount on tuition for employees and family members.

Notice

Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.

Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Psychologist provides comprehensive assessment, counseling, and treatment services while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care. They are responsible for maintaining accurate medical records, developing behavior management plans, and advocating for patient needs within the organization.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current state license and a degree from an APA-accredited program, with at least one to two years of postgraduate clinical experience. The role requires proficiency in patient assessment, treatment plan development, and adherence to departmental and government standards.

Key Skills

Clinical psychologyForensic assessmentMental status examinationTreatment planningPatient advocacyInterdisciplinary collaborationCrisis interventionPsychological testingReferral servicesCase managementEvidence-based practice

Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 42% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 40% of Forensic Psychologist listings

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  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Byron Center

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$419k
Typical market rent
$1,942/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services

Mental Health Care
Grand Rapids, MI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
403(b) retirement match
Generous PTO
Tuition assistance & loan forgiveness
Employee Assistance Program
Davenport University tuition discount