Senior Forensic Psychologist - Competency & Risk

Austin State Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin State Hospital in Texas seeks a Psychologist III-Forensic Evaluator to lead advanced forensic assessments, supervise trainees, and collaborate with medical, legal, and administrative teams on competency to stand trial and risk evaluations.

The role includes designing programs, providing expert testimony, coordinating with courts, and advancing recovery-focused forensic services while ensuring documentation, compliance, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology.
• Licensed as a Psychologist in Texas.
• Experience conducting forensic evaluations and standard psychological assessments.
• Experience with both individual and group psychotherapy in forensic populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 46B/46C/Chapter 55 competency evaluations.
• Perform violence risk assessments and forensic evaluations.
• Provide expert consultation and testimony in legal proceedings.
• Develop and supervise forensic programs and training for staff.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to design treatment and dischage plans.
• Maintain documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Forensic assessment

Expert testimony

program development

Supervision of staff

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Communication with courts

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Licensed Psychologist (TX)

Tools

MMPI

HCR-20

VRAG

TOMM

MFAST

SIRS

Job description

Austin State Hospital in Texas seeks a Psychologist III-Forensic Evaluator to lead advanced forensic assessments, supervise trainees, and collaborate with medical, legal, and administrative teams on competency to stand trial and risk evaluations.

The role includes designing programs, providing expert testimony, coordinating with courts, and advancing recovery-focused forensic services while ensuring documentation, compliance, and ongoing professional development.