Forensic Psychologist – Community Forensic Services

About the role

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks an Outpatient Forensic Psychologist to support forensic evaluation teams across the state. This hybrid position involves travel to various locations and collaboration with inpatient forensic hospitals.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct face‑to‑face forensic mental health evaluations for competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk.
• Prepare detailed evaluation reports and provide expert testimony in criminal proceedings.
• Collect and analyze data, supervise graduate students or interns, and assist with competency certifications.

Required profile

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA‑accredited program.
• Current Georgia license to practice psychology (temporary, provisional, or permanent).
• At least one year of experience at the Psychologist 1 level or equivalent.

Required skills

• Knowledge of abnormal and developmental psychology, forensic statutes, and case law.
• Proficiency with malingering assessment tools, intellectual testing, and personality assessment.
• Experience using violence risk assessment instruments such as HCR‑20 and PCL‑R.

What we offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $95,400 to $112,700 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development within a statewide Total Rewards initiative.