Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist works in the Behavioral Health Division at Lincoln Regional Center (LRC), an inpatient, 250-bed, Joint Commission-accredited state psychiatric hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. LRC provides specialized psychiatric services in a highly structured treatment setting to people with mental illness. The role serves adult patients and is responsible for completing court-ordered evaluations, including competency, insanity, and risk assessments. Knowledge of relevant statutes and case law is necessary, and testimony regarding expert opinions is required. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a schedule that can combine in-person and hybrid work. The position requires a Nebraska psychology license or eligibility to obtain a provisional license, as well as a doctoral degree in psychology. The State of Nebraska describes its workplace as team-oriented and offers benefits, training, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice psychology in Nebraska or eligible to obtain a provisional license; candidates provisionally licensed will be considered.
A doctoral degree in psychology is required.
Knowledge of relevant statutes and case law.
Experience conducting forensic evaluations.
Experience conducting assessments with both adults and adolescents.
Experience providing court testimony and ability to provide expert opinions.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to use technology to facilitate telehealth evaluations and complete written reports.
Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting competency to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessment evaluations.
Knowledge of relevant Nebraska statutes and case law.
Experience offering court testimony and capability of being qualified as an expert witness in Nebraska in the relevant areas.

Responsibilities

Complete court-ordered evaluations, including competency, insanity, and risk assessments.
Provide testimony regarding expert opinions.
Conduct assessments with adults and adolescents.
Use technology to facilitate telehealth evaluations and complete written reports.