Juvenile Forensic Psychologist - Telework & In-Training

State of Washington; Lakewood (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework up to 2 days per week

Orca Card transportation

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Child Study & Treatment Center (CSTC) seeks a Psychologist Forensic Evaluator to conduct forensic evaluations of youth in the justice system. You’ll write reports and provide testimony to inform courts on mental health and competency.

Primary duties include psychological assessments, consulting with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting legal proceedings involving juvenile and adult cases, with telework up to two days per

Qualifications

• Requires doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic psychological evaluations for youth involved in the justice system.
• Provide expert testimony and psychological assessments.
• Prepare reports to assist courts in decisions affecting youth mental health and legal competence.

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Child Study & Treatment Center (CSTC) seeks a Psychologist Forensic Evaluator to conduct forensic evaluations of youth in the justice system. You’ll write reports and provide testimony to inform courts on mental health and competency.

Primary duties include psychological assessments, consulting with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting legal proceedings involving juvenile and adult cases, with telework up to two days per