Chief Psychologist & Forensic Services Director

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a Director of Psychology/Forensic Coordinator at the Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute. The role directs psychology services, ensuring clinical quality and compliance with Joint Commission standards, including forensic priorities and liaison responsibilities with the state forensic office and courts.

Ideal candidates hold a doctoral degree in psychology, Virginia licensure, and demonstrated leadership in complex behavioral health programs and forensic

Qualifications

• This position requires a APA-accredited doctoral degree in psychology and Virginia licensure eligibility.
• Progressive supervisory or managerial experience in clinical psychology.
• Experience developing and evaluating behavioral intervention programs for complex needs.
• Completion of required forensic evaluation training or ability to complete upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chief psychologist directing the psychology department and clinical services.
• Oversee forensic aspects and liaison with DBHDS Office of Forensic Services and courts.
• Provide clinical services to adults and participate on treatment teams with hospitals.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Forensic psychology

Supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis management

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Tools

Forensic evaluation training

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a Director of Psychology/Forensic Coordinator at the Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute. The role directs psychology services, ensuring clinical quality and compliance with Joint Commission standards, including forensic priorities and liaison responsibilities with the state forensic office and courts.

Ideal candidates hold a doctoral degree in psychology, Virginia licensure, and demonstrated leadership in complex behavioral health programs and forensic