Forensic Psychologist — Lead Treatment & Assessments

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services seeks Psychologists for Western State Hospital's Gage Center of Forensic Services. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, apply evidence-based treatments, conduct assessments, and provide court testimony where applicable.

Positions emphasize competency restoration and NGRI programs, trauma-informed care, and opportunities for professional development and policy work. WA licensure path and EPPP steps are noted.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited program.
• Prefer two years of doctoral experience in inpatient or forensic settings with severely behavioral ill population.

Responsibilities

• Therapeutically engage with patients.
• Consult with the team regarding patient care, practices, and procedures.
• Provide psychoeducation and leadership modeling to clinical staff.

Skills

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Experience in forensic/psychological

Evidence-based treatment modalities

Leadership / supervision

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Job description

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services seeks Psychologists for Western State Hospital's Gage Center of Forensic Services. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, apply evidence-based treatments, conduct assessments, and provide court testimony where applicable.

Positions emphasize competency restoration and NGRI programs, trauma-informed care, and opportunities for professional development and policy work. WA licensure path and EPPP steps are noted.