Senior Forensic Evaluator - Psychologist III

Responsibilities:

• Conduct 46B and Chapter 55 competency evaluations
• Perform violence risk assessments under 46C
• Coordinate forensic psychological activities and programs
• Oversee competency restoration and trial competency evaluation
• Supervise and train psychology trainees

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide consultation and training on forensic evaluations
• Design and coordinate forensic activities
• Offer specialized forensic psychological services
• Provide recovery-focused care and support peer support concepts
• Deliver expert testimony in legal proceedings

Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution
• Licensure as a Psychologist in Texas or reciprocity state
• 1 year of supervised experience in psychological services
• 1 year of experience in forensic evaluations and psychotherapy

If you are a dedicated Psychologist with a passion for forensic evaluation and providing expert testimony, we invite you to join our team as a Senior Forensic Evaluator - Psychologist III. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in the field of forensic psychology!

You’ve decided to make caring your career. Come to the place where you can do that and make a real difference in the lives of Texans with mental health needs.

HHSC’s Health and Specialty Care System has nine state psychiatric hospitals (with more expansion planned) and a residential unit dedicated to adolescents. The State Supported Living Centers have 13 long-term care campuses across the state.  These centers are home to many adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Join us and you’ll have the opportunity to work in partnership with academic institutions, community providers, and partners within our agency as we increase work efficiency and provide patient-centered care to more than 12,000 people a year. You can also help us incorporate cutting edge technology into treatment plans.

If you want to be on the forefront of revolutionizing forensic and community psychiatric care or ensure and oversee the delivery of high quality, integrated medical services to individuals with intellectual disabilities, the HHSC Health and Specialty Care System is looking for bright people with new ideas to help us. With a growing demand for our services and a State Legislature that’s investing in the entire mental health continuum of care, Texas is positioned to be a leader and put itself in on the cutting edge of mental health for the 21st Century. Come be a part of it.