Psychologist-Forensic Evaluator-Utah State Hospital

If you have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a passion for Forensic Evaluation, come shape the future of justice and mental health by joining Utah's Forensic Evaluation Program. Become an integral part intrigued of a dedicated team of professionals at the Utah State Hospital (USH), Division of Services for People With Disabilities (DSPD), and Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services within the Utah Department of Health and Human Services.

The Psychologist - Forensic Evaluators at the Utah State Hospital are responsible primarily for Forensic Evaluations throughout Utah in coordination with the Utah State Hospital (USH), Division of Services for People With Disabilities (DSPD), Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) Competency Program, and District and Juvenile Courts requesting the forensic evaluations.

In addition, this may include input on training, inter‑agency communication, service coordination, data collection and outcome evaluation. The Psychologist in this position performs the following tasks:

• Assesses, opines, and generates reports on competence to proceed, guilty with a mental condition, diminished capacity, malingering, and juvenile competency to proceed;
• Selects, administers, and interprets psychological tests and assessments;
• Reports results, findings or recommendations;
• Acts as an expert witness. Gives testimony and/or recommendations in court cases and/or hearings;
• Consults with members of a cross‑disciplinary team to discuss new or unusual situations, findings, options, and recommendations on client/patient cases. thirst>

• Opportunity to participate in forensic didactics presented by licensed and practicing forensic psychologists, multi‑day trainings in forensic evaluation presented by national experts, a weekly journal club focused on case law and other forensic issues, and an annual mock trial.
• Opportunity to provide supervision and training within pre‑doctoral internship and post‑doctoral fellowship programs.
• Support can be offered for research in forensic evaluation and treatment related topics.

The model candidate for this position is someone who has:

• A License as a Psychologist in the State of Utah or is eligible to practice in the State of Utah.
• At least one year of experience (either in graduate school, pre‑doctoral internship, or post‑doctoral fellowship/training) in conducting forensic evaluations (e.g., competency to proceed, mental state at time of the offense).
• Training in adolescent brain development, intellectual disability, and related conditions (e.g., Autism, Traumatic Brain Injury).
• Training or experience in written and oral communication with legal personnel, such as attorneys and Judges.
• Training or experience in providing courtroom testimony.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research, or assessment, methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing.
• The ability to read and understand information presented in writing.
• The ability to enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.

Preference may be given to candidates who:

• Are licensed two years or more, have board certification, are board eligible, or have a clear path towards board certification in Forensic Psychology.

This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission‑driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.

• Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt‑out cash benefit available.
• Dental & Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
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