Chief Psychologist & Forensic Services Lead

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Virginia is seeking a Director of Psychology/Forensic Coordinator to lead the psychology department at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute. The role ensures delivery of high-quality psychological services and compliance with Joint Commission standards, while directing long-range planning and program development.

The position oversees forensic services for hospitalized patients, acts as primary liaison to the Office of Forensic

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology from APA-accredited program.
• Virginia licensure as Clinical Psychologist.
• Progressive supervisory/managerial experience in clinical psychology.
• Experience developing, implementing and evaluating behavioral intervention programs.
• ILPPP Basic Forensic Evaluation Training or ability to complete upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chief psychologist ensuring quality psychological services per Joint Commission standards.
• Direct the Psychology Department and provide clinical services to adult patients.
• Oversee forensic services and liaise with Office of Forensic Services, courts, law enforcement, and CSB providers regarding forensic status.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Verbal communication

Supervision

Forensic knowledge

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D./Psy.D.)

Clinical Psychologist licensure in Virginia

APA-accredited internship / predoctoral internship

Tools

Forensic tests administration

Court report writing

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Job description

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Virginia is seeking a Director of Psychology/Forensic Coordinator to lead the psychology department at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute. The role ensures delivery of high-quality psychological services and compliance with Joint Commission standards, while directing long-range planning and program development.

The position oversees forensic services for hospitalized patients, acts as primary liaison to the Office of Forensic