Psychologist- Forensic Evaluator @ Dallas State HospitalHealth and Human Services Commission (HHSC) • Dallas, TX, US

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Psychologist- Forensic Evaluator @ Dallas State Hospital

Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) • Dallas, TX, US

3 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Psychologist III – Forensic Evaluator to conduct court-ordered forensic evaluations, violence risk assessments, and competency assessments for patients at Dallas State Hospital , a premier Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric facility.

Salary & Benefits

Monthly Salary : $7,015.16 – $11,864.50
100% paid health insurance for full-time employees
Defined benefit pension plan (ERS Retirement)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Tuition assistance and professional development
Longevity pay and wellness programs

Key Responsibilities

Conduct competency evaluations (46B), violence risk assessments (46C), and other forensic evaluations under Texas law

Provide expert witness testimony and consultation to courts and hospital staff

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support competency restoration and forensic programming

Develop, oversee, and improve forensic psychological services in accordance with HHSC guidelines and legal standards

Supervise and train graduate psychology trainees or other staff as assigned

Maintain documentation, write clear forensic reports, and ensure regulatory compliance

Support recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care across clinical and forensic services

Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited university

Licensed as a Psychologist in Texas (or reciprocity state)

1+ year of supervised experience by a licensed psychologist

1+ year conducting forensic evaluations and psychological assessments in an inpatient setting

1+ year conducting individual and group therapy with forensic psychiatric populations

How to Apply

Apply online directly (copy & paste to browser) : https : / / careers.hhs.texas.gov / hhscjobs / job / DALLAS-Psychologist-III-Forensic-Evaluator-TX-75201 / 1310527200 /

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