Forensic Evaluator

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond, VA

8d • $100,000 - $131,487

About The Position

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking a Forensic Evaluator to conduct forensic evaluations, including competency to stand trial, sanity at the time of the offense, Commissioner Appointed Evaluations, violence risk assessments, and other related evaluations. The position completes forensic and psychological evaluations, prepares written reports for the Court, conducts risk assessments, and consults with forensic coordinators and private evaluators. It also serves as a resource to staff on forensic psychology, provides training, and participates in forensic evaluation oversight review panels.

The position is based at the Central Office. It may be eligible for telework, subject to approval under the Commonwealth telework policy; telework is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a related field of psychology.
• Experience in mental health evaluation and treatment, particularly involving individuals with behavioral health challenges who are involved in or at risk of involvement in the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge and experience performing mental health evaluations and treatment for the courts.
• Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing therapeutic methods for consumers with forensic status in psychiatric facilities or in the community.
• Knowledge of national best practice standards for forensic evaluations.
• Skill in the legal basis for psychiatric care for this population and its parameters.
• Knowledge of the Virginia forensic psychiatric service delivery system.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• License in Clinical Psychology in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Experience in forensic assessment.
• Experience in clinical psychology, including diagnosis of various disorders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic evaluations, including competency to stand trial, sanity at the time of the offense, Commissioner Appointed Evaluations, and other forensic-related evaluations such as violence risk assessments.
• Complete forensic and psychological evaluations and prepare written reports for the Court.
• Complete risk assessments.
• Provide consultation to forensic coordinators and private evaluators.
• Serve as a resource to other staff on forensic psychology knowledge.
• Provide training.
• Participate in forensic evaluation oversight review panels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree