PSYCHOLOGIST III - FORENSIC EVALUATOR

Virginia Department of Human Resource Management

$123K — $167K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program
  • Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist
  • Training and experience in forensic psychological evaluation preferred

Responsibilities

  • Conduct forensic assessments for defendants in state facilities
  • Perform general psychological assessments including tests for malingering
  • Administer neuropsychological screenings as needed
  • Provide consultation to treatment teams
  • Develop programs tailored for pretrial defendants
  • Testify in court when required
  • Serve as essential personnel during emergencies

Benefits

  • Work in a supportive environment with a focus on forensic psychology
  • Contribute to the development of mental health programs for defendants
  • Engage in meaningful work that can influence legal outcomes
  • Opportunity to collaborate with treatment teams and legal professionals
  • Access to continuous professional development in forensic assessments
Full Job Description
PSYCHOLOGIST III - FORENSIC EVALUATOR

Job no:
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Williamsburg, Virginia
Categories: Health and Human Services

Title: PSYCHOLOGIST III - FORENSIC EVALUATOR

State Role Title: Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists

Hiring Range: $123,326 - $167,424

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Eastern State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/esh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

*Please know that this is not a remote position*.

To provide forensic assessments (Competency to Stand Trial and Mental State at the Time of the Offense) for defendants ordered to in-patient treatment at a state facility. An array of forensic and psychological assessments and services will be provided to include general psychological assessments, tests of malingering/feigning, neuropsychological screenings, treatment team consultation, and program development for pretrial defendant. Court testimony as needed. This position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency or facility need.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program required.

Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist.

Additional Considerations

Training and experience in the delivery of forensic psychological evaluation and treatment preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL

Phone: 757-208-7717 / REFER TO PAGEUP FOR APPLICATON STATUS

Email: EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIAL NOT ACCEPTED

Advertised: 21 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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