Psychologist- Forensic Evaluator @ Dallas State Hospital

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Psychologist III – Forensic Evaluator to conduct court-ordered forensic evaluations, violence risk assessments, and competency assessments for patients at Dallas State Hospital, a premier Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric facility.

Salary & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: $7,015.16 – $11,864.50
• 100% paid health insurance for full-time employees
• Defined benefit pension plan (ERS Retirement)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development
• Longevity pay and wellness programs

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct competency evaluations (46B), violence risk assessments (46C), and other forensic evaluations under Texas law
• Provide expert witness testimony and consultation to courts and hospital staff
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support competency restoration and forensic programming
• Develop, oversee, and improve forensic psychological services in accordance with HHSC guidelines and legal standards
• Supervise and train graduate psychology trainees or other staff as assigned
• Maintain documentation, write clear forensic reports, and ensure regulatory compliance
• Support recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care across clinical and forensic services

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited university
• Licensed as a Psychologist in Texas (or reciprocity state)
• 1+ year of supervised experience by a licensed psychologist
• 1+ year conducting forensic evaluations and psychological assessments in an inpatient setting
• 1+ year conducting individual and group therapy with forensic psychiatric populations

How to Apply
Apply online directly (copy & paste to browser): https://careers.hhs.texas.gov/hhscjobs/job/DALLAS-Psychologist-III-Forensic-Evaluator-TX-75201/1310527200/

You’ve decided to make caring your career—come to the place where you can do just that. Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, Dallas State Hospital is the newest state-operated psychiatric hospital in Texas. As part of HHSC’s Health and Specialty Care System, this modern facility specializes in forensic, civil, and voluntary psychiatric care. Join a collaborative, mission-driven team delivering recovery-oriented care, with support from academic and community partners. Be part of a growing statewide network that’s reshaping mental health care for over 12,000 Texans each year.

Together, we’re building the future of behavioral health—starting now.