Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Forensic Evaluator
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, Staunton, Virginia, us, 24402
Overview
Forensic Evaluator role at Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (Western State Hospital). This is a full-time position. Responsibilities
Provide forensic assessments (e.g., Competency to Stand Trial, Mental State at the Time of the Offense, Commissioner-Appointed NGRI Temporary Custody and Second Opinion Evaluations) for defendants and NGRI acquittees ordered to inpatient treatment at a state facility. Conduct a range of forensic and psychological assessments, including general psychological assessments, malingering/feigning tests, and psychological screenings. Offer treatment team consultation, consult with executive staff on forensic processes and policies, and participate in program development for pretrial defendants. Provide court testimony and forensic administrative support as needed. Serve as expert witness when subpoenaed; collaborate with Forensic Coordinators, Psychology Director, Forensic General Administrative Coordinator, Forensic Specialist, WSH admissions office, treatment teams, and courts to manage report due dates. Supervise and review work products of Forensic Post-Doctoral Residents (e.g., CST, MSO evaluations); address issues with Forensic Coordinators and General Administrative Coordinator. Integrate evidence-based practices, expert guidelines, professional literature, and relevant case law into forensic evaluations, consultations, and trainings. Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program Licensed or license-eligible in Virginia as a Clinical Psychologist, with the ability to secure licensure within 12 months of hire Must have completed (or be eligible to complete) the requisite forensic trainings through DBHDS/UVA ILPPP to be certified as a forensic evaluator in Virginia Demonstrated experience providing forensic evaluations Additional Considerations
Bilingual Veteran or veteran spouse Compensation & Benefits
Starting salary: $112,000 (commensurate with experience), with an additional $10,000 for licensed individuals; if not licensed, the $10,000 adjustment is added upon licensure Pay Band: 6 Retirement with cash match Life insurance Health, vision, and dental insurance Paid time off; sick time; family/personal time; community service time Special Instructions
Western State Hospital is a tobacco-free facility in all state buildings and on facility grounds. Submit a completed state application online at https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/; if assistance is needed, contact Samantha Leep via email at samantha.leep@dbhds.virginia.gov. Ensure your online application is complete; missing information is considered incomplete and will not be processed. Verify current telephone numbers and addresses and keep your confirmation number. Reasonable accommodations for the application and/or interview processes are available upon request to persons with disabilities per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Minorities, Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. WSH is an EEO compliance facility. Executive Directive #18 requires vaccination status disclosure for new hires; vaccination proof will be requested during orientation. Unvaccinated employees must be tested weekly. Commonwealth Alternate Hiring Process: individuals with disabilities may apply through the Alternative Hiring Process with a COD/AHP Letter; Veterans encouraged to submit disability documentation via DARS/DBVI. Note: Certificates of Disability from DARS/DBVI dated 2022-2024 may still be used for AHP. Contact Information
Name: Samantha Leep Phone: 540-332-8306 Email: samantha.leep@dbhds.virginia.gov Location: Staunton, VA (Western State Hospital)
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Forensic Evaluator role at Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (Western State Hospital). This is a full-time position. Responsibilities
Provide forensic assessments (e.g., Competency to Stand Trial, Mental State at the Time of the Offense, Commissioner-Appointed NGRI Temporary Custody and Second Opinion Evaluations) for defendants and NGRI acquittees ordered to inpatient treatment at a state facility. Conduct a range of forensic and psychological assessments, including general psychological assessments, malingering/feigning tests, and psychological screenings. Offer treatment team consultation, consult with executive staff on forensic processes and policies, and participate in program development for pretrial defendants. Provide court testimony and forensic administrative support as needed. Serve as expert witness when subpoenaed; collaborate with Forensic Coordinators, Psychology Director, Forensic General Administrative Coordinator, Forensic Specialist, WSH admissions office, treatment teams, and courts to manage report due dates. Supervise and review work products of Forensic Post-Doctoral Residents (e.g., CST, MSO evaluations); address issues with Forensic Coordinators and General Administrative Coordinator. Integrate evidence-based practices, expert guidelines, professional literature, and relevant case law into forensic evaluations, consultations, and trainings. Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program Licensed or license-eligible in Virginia as a Clinical Psychologist, with the ability to secure licensure within 12 months of hire Must have completed (or be eligible to complete) the requisite forensic trainings through DBHDS/UVA ILPPP to be certified as a forensic evaluator in Virginia Demonstrated experience providing forensic evaluations Additional Considerations
Bilingual Veteran or veteran spouse Compensation & Benefits
Starting salary: $112,000 (commensurate with experience), with an additional $10,000 for licensed individuals; if not licensed, the $10,000 adjustment is added upon licensure Pay Band: 6 Retirement with cash match Life insurance Health, vision, and dental insurance Paid time off; sick time; family/personal time; community service time Special Instructions
Western State Hospital is a tobacco-free facility in all state buildings and on facility grounds. Submit a completed state application online at https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/; if assistance is needed, contact Samantha Leep via email at samantha.leep@dbhds.virginia.gov. Ensure your online application is complete; missing information is considered incomplete and will not be processed. Verify current telephone numbers and addresses and keep your confirmation number. Reasonable accommodations for the application and/or interview processes are available upon request to persons with disabilities per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Minorities, Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. WSH is an EEO compliance facility. Executive Directive #18 requires vaccination status disclosure for new hires; vaccination proof will be requested during orientation. Unvaccinated employees must be tested weekly. Commonwealth Alternate Hiring Process: individuals with disabilities may apply through the Alternative Hiring Process with a COD/AHP Letter; Veterans encouraged to submit disability documentation via DARS/DBVI. Note: Certificates of Disability from DARS/DBVI dated 2022-2024 may still be used for AHP. Contact Information
Name: Samantha Leep Phone: 540-332-8306 Email: samantha.leep@dbhds.virginia.gov Location: Staunton, VA (Western State Hospital)
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