Forensic Psychologist

Recovery Solutions

$115K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited university (required)
  • Current state license as a psychologist (required)
  • Three years of experience in a hospital or secure setting (preferred)
  • Strong understanding of forensic evaluation techniques
  • Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

  • Conduct court-ordered evaluations and commitment assessments
  • Evaluate individuals for competence to stand trial and criminal responsibility
  • Coordinate assessments with treatment teams and courts
  • Complete updates and risk assessments as required
  • Provide expert testimony in court
  • Supervise and train psychology students
  • Document evaluations accurately according to standards

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and a supportive work-life balance
  • DailyPay for flexible payment options
  • Tuition Assistance for ongoing education
  • Employee Assistance Program with free counseling and health coaching
  • Company paid life insurance for financial security
  • Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
  • Wellness program with fitness memberships and product discounts
  • Pet insurance for your furry family members
  • Discounts on various entertainment and travel options
Full Job Description
Forensic Psychologist

Department: Provider - Psychology Job Status: Full-Time Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri. Rate of Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 Annually Position Type: Full-Time Status: Accepting Applications Details: Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply!

Position Description

Are you a licensed psychologist with a passion for forensic evaluation and mental health care? We are seeking a Forensic Psychologist to join our team and perform court-ordered evaluations, commitment and recommitment assessments, and specialized forensic evaluations. This role provides a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise with the legal system, supporting individuals served, treatment teams, and the courts.

What You'll Do
  • Conduct court-ordered evaluations, including commitment and recommitment assessments.
  • Evaluate individuals with suspected mental health difficulties, including Competence to Stand Trial (CST), Criminal Responsibility (CR), aid-in-sentencing, and civil commitment.
  • Coordinate with treatment teams and the courts to ensure accurate, timely assessments.
  • Complete CST updates, risk assessments, and other forensic evaluations.
  • Provide expert testimony in court as required.
  • Supervise and train psychology students and provide education to clinical team members.
  • Document evaluations thoroughly and accurately, in compliance with professional and facility standards.
  • Deliver culturally competent and age-appropriate assessments for individuals of diverse backgrounds.

What We're Looking For

Education
  • Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited university (required).

Experience
  • Three (3) years of experience in a hospital or secure setting (preferred).

Licenses/Certifications
  • Current license as a psychologist in the state of practice (required).

Why Join Us?

At our site, you'll combine clinical expertise with forensic practice to make meaningful contributions to the individuals served and the legal system. You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven team, gain opportunities to mentor students, and provide expert guidance that informs treatment and court decisions. This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally while having a real-world impact every day.

Apply today to join us as a Forensic Psychologist and help provide expert, compassionate, and evidence-based forensic evaluations.

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, including:
  • DailyPay
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
  • Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount and reward programs for Theme Parks & Attractions, Hotels, Rental Cars, Water Parks, Virtual Events & Shows, Movie Tickets, Gift Cards, and more.

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

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