Forensic Psychologist — Court Evaluations & Impact

State of Colorado; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement plan options

Medical and dental health plans

Remote work arrangements for eligible

Job summary

CDHS Court Services is seeking a licensed psychologist to perform statewide forensic evaluations for competency, restoration, and sanity. You will prepare written reports and may be subpoenaed to testify in court, with evaluations in hospitals, jails, or community settings as ordered.

The role requires licensure in Colorado, at least one year of licensed experience, and travel across Colorado. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with in-office requirements a minimum of 2x per week.

Qualifications

• Current, valid licensure as a Psychologist from the Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners.
• One year of experience as a licensed psychologist or permitted psychologist candidate.

Responsibilities

• Complete the equivalent of 12 court ordered evaluations for competency, restoration, or sanity per month with written reports.
• Provide testimony and collateral information as needed to inform opinions for court orders.
• Develop and deliver expert opinions on competency, restoration, and mental condition to courts.
• Attend annual and ongoing competency trainings per required standards.
• Present findings to peers in case presentations and participate in QA processes.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by OCFMH.

Skills

Assessments

Court testimony

Written reports

Independent work

Education

Colorado Psychologist license

1 year licensed experience

Job description

CDHS Court Services is seeking a licensed psychologist to perform statewide forensic evaluations for competency, restoration, and sanity. You will prepare written reports and may be subpoenaed to testify in court, with evaluations in hospitals, jails, or community settings as ordered.

The role requires licensure in Colorado, at least one year of licensed experience, and travel across Colorado. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with in-office requirements a minimum of 2x per week.