Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services seeks a Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist for the Lincoln Regional Center to perform court-ordered evaluations – including competence, insanity, and risk assessments – and to provide expert opinions and testimony in court. The role supports adult patients in a 250-bed, state psychiatric hospital setting.

Licensure in Nebraska is required (or eligibility for provisional licensure).

Qualifications

• Minimum: Licensed to practice psychology in Nebraska or eligible to obtain a provisional license.
• Preferred: Experience conducting competency to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessment evaluations; knowledge of Nebraska statutes and case law; experience offering court testimony and qualified as an expert witness.

Responsibilities

• Conducting forensic evaluations for competence to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessments.
• Using the law and case law to inform evaluations.
• Providing expert opinions and testimony in court proceedings.

Skills

Licensed Psychologist in Nebraska

Court testimony

Communication skills

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00026016 Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center (Open)

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$61.000

Job Description

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. This role is located at the Lincoln Regional Center (LRC), an inpatient, 250‑bed, Joint Commission‑accredited state psychiatric hospital run by NE DHHS. The LRC serves people who require highly structured treatment for mental illness. As a Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist, you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care to adult patients. The position involves completing court‑ordered evaluations—competence, insanity, and risk assessments—at LRC. Knowledge of relevant Nebraska statutes and case law is necessary, and the successful candidate will offer court testimony and be qualified as an expert witness in Nebraska. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting forensic evaluations for competence to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessments.
• Using the law and case law to inform evaluations.
• Providing expert opinions and testimony in court proceedings.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum: Licensed to practice psychology in Nebraska or eligible to obtain a provisional license.
• Preferred: Experience conducting competency to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessment evaluations; knowledge of Nebraska statutes and case law; experience offering court testimony and qualified as an expert witness.

Other

Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Starting Pay Rate

$60.00/hour. Provisionally licensed starting pay rate: $55.28/hour.

Work Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday with some flexibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Licensed Psychologist in Nebraska or will be before starting.
• Experience conducting forensic evaluations and assessments with adults and adolescents.
• Ability to provide court testimony and offer expert opinions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in technology for telehealth evaluations and report writing.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates and 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.