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Senior Psychologist - Forensic Evaluator Opportunity in Dallas

Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
place Dallas, 75353
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Peer Support
Racial Justice Allied
In-patient Non-Psychiatric
In-patient Psychiatric

About Job

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a dedicated Senior Psychologist - Forensic Evaluator Senior Psychologist - Forensic Evaluator to join our team in Dallas. Under the guidance of the State Hospital Medical Director, you will play a crucial role in our forensic team, conducting competency evaluations, violence risk assessments, and providing expert consultation in legal proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct forensic psychological assessments and evaluations
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on treatment plans
  • Oversee forensic programs and ensure compliance with standards
  • Provide specialized forensic psychological services
  • Offer recovery-focused care and support peer support concepts
  • Provide consultation on forensic-educational activities

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of forensic psychological assessment and treatment
  • Skills in psychotherapy and empirically-supported modalities
  • Ability to conduct forensic assessments and provide expert testimony
  • Licensure as a Psychologist in Texas or reciprocity state
  • Doctoral degree in psychology and relevant experience

If you are a passionate professional seeking a challenging and rewarding role in forensic psychology, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team in Dallas.

Recommended Skills

  • Assessments
  • Consulting
  • Psychology
  • Risk Analysis
  • Psychotherapy
  • Forensic Psychology

Recommended Skills

  • Assessments
  • Consulting
  • Psychology
  • Risk Analysis
  • Psychotherapy
  • Forensic Psychology

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Practice Specifics

Populations

Peer Support
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

In-patient Non-Psychiatric
In-patient Psychiatric
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
Forensic