Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist for the Lincoln Regional Center in Lincoln, NE. This inpatient, 250‑bed state psychiatric hospital provides specialized care and relies on experienced professionals to support adults with mental illness.

Responsibilities include completing court‑ordered evaluations (competency, insanity, risk), providing expert testimony when required, and applying knowledge of relevant statutes and case law.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice psychology in Nebraska or eligible for provisional license.
• Doctoral degree in psychology is required.
• Experience conducting forensic evaluations and providing expert testimony is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete court-ordered evaluations including competency, insanity, and risk assessments.
• Provide expert opinions and testify when required.
• Maintain thorough written reports and knowledge of Nebraska statutes and case law.

Skills

Forensic evaluations

Court testimony

Written reports

Telehealth capability

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Nebraska psychology license or provisional eligibility

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00029871 Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center (Open)

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Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$2.000

Job Posting

JR2026-00029871 Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center (Open)

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Job Description

Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist-Located at the Lincoln Regional Center!

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," motivates us to make a difference, starting here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those who spend their energy making the world a little brighter.

Our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska, and their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training, and development opportunities for personal and professional growth and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

We are looking for a skilled, professional Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist. In this role, you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care to adult patients with mental illness at Lincoln Regional Center (LRC), an inpatient, 250-bed, Joint Commission-accredited state psychiatric hospital that is run by NE DHHS and is located in Lincoln, NE.

LRC serves people who need very specialized psychiatric services and provides services to people who require a highly structured treatment setting because of mental illness.

You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans.

For information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Behavioral Health, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov.

For more information about this position, contact Anny Friedrichsen at 402-853-4914 or email [e-mail]

This position will be responsible for completing court-ordered evaluations, including competence, insanity, and risk assessments, at the Lincoln Regional Center. Knowledge of relevant statutes and case law is necessary. Testimony regarding expert opinions will be required.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Must be licensed to practice psychology in the state of Nebraska or eligible to obtain a provisional license. A doctoral degree in psychology is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting competency to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessment evaluations.
• Knowledge of relevant Nebraska statutes and case law.
• Experience offering court testimony and capable of being qualified as an expert witness in Nebraska in the relevant areas.

Other

Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. Candidates provisionally licensed will be considered.

Starting pay rate

Negotiable

Work Schedule

Typical work schedule will be Monday Thru Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Schedule can be a combination of in-person and hybrid.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Licensed as a Psychologist (or will be before starting in the position) in the State of Nebraska. Experience conducting forensic evaluations.
• Knowledge of relevant statutes and case law.
• Experience conducting assessments with both adults and adolescents.
• Experience providing court testimony and qualified to provide expert opinions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use technology to facilitate telehealth evaluations and complete written reports.

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.