Forensic Psychologist III — Expert Evaluator & Testimony

Texas Health and Human Services; Rusk (TX); On-site; USD 91,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Psychologist III-Forensic Evaluator at Rusk State Hospital. The role focuses on forensic assessments, competency restoration, and legal-clinical consultation within a multidisciplinary team.

Must possess a doctoral degree in psychology and license to practice in Texas (or reciprocity). Extensive experience in forensic evaluations, risk assessments, and providing expert testimony is required.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology required; licensure in Texas or reciprocity.
• Experience conducting forensic evaluations and standard psychological assessments in inpatient settings.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills; ability to provide expert testimony.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular shift schedules and participate in extended/rotating hours as needed.
• Provide consultation, training, and guidance on forensic evaluations and court communications.
• Conduct and coordinate forensic activities, ensuring documentation and compliance with procedures.
• Develop and implement forensic policies and procedures in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide direct clinical services including assessments, psychotherapy, and risk evaluations.

Skills

Forensic psychology

Expert testimony

Psychological assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Training and supervision

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Texas psychology license or reciprocity

Tools

MMPI

HCR-20

VRAG

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Psychologist III-Forensic Evaluator at Rusk State Hospital. The role focuses on forensic assessments, competency restoration, and legal-clinical consultation within a multidisciplinary team.

Must possess a doctoral degree in psychology and license to practice in Texas (or reciprocity). Extensive experience in forensic evaluations, risk assessments, and providing expert testimony is required.