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Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist - Lincoln Regional Center

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services · Lincoln, NE · 4 wk ago
Healthcare$61/hrFull-time

Job Description

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) seeks a Forensic Evaluator, Psychologist to provide critical care to adult patients with mental illness at Lincoln Regional Center (LRC).

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Must be licensed to practice psychology in the state of Nebraska or eligible to obtain a provisional license.
  • Preferred qualifications include experience conducting competency to stand trial, insanity, and risk assessment evaluations, knowledge of relevant Nebraska statutes and case law, and experience offering court testimony and being qualified as an expert witness in Nebraska.
  • Other requirements include a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Licensed as a Psychologist (or will be before starting in the position) in the State of Nebraska.
  • Experience conducting forensic evaluations.
  • Knowledge of relevant statutes and case law.
  • Experience conducting assessments with both adults and adolescents.
  • Experience providing court testimony and qualified to provide expert opinions.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to use technology to facilitate telehealth evaluations and complete written reports.

Pay

Starting Pay Rate: $60.00/hour. Provisionally licensed starting pay rate: $55.28/hour (Provisionally licensed)

Schedule

Work Schedule: 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Monday-Friday with some flexibility.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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