Forensic Psychologist Jobs
Forensic Psychologist jobs are open across criminal justice, corrections, federal agencies, hospitals, and private practice, from entry-level assessment roles to senior clinical and consultation positions, with specializations in criminal competency evaluation, risk assessment, and correctional psychology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Psychology Fellow at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta.
Job Description:
Under the supervision of a licensed forensic psychologist, providing clinical and forensic psychological services to an inpatient program of 40 AMH and 154 Secure beds (male and female), an outpatient pre-trial referral program, and a conditional release program for persons acquitted as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, with the following specialties: Conduct court-ordered evaluations and expert testimony to State, Superior and Juvenile courts, as needed, regarding opinions of competency to stand trial and degree of criminal responsibility (i.e., sanity); Supervises assigned inpatient clinical staff, as able and needed; Conduct violence risk assessments and other clinical or forensic psychological evaluations; Provide group and/or individual psychotherapy with forensic inpatients or outpatients, as needed; and, Other clinical/forensic psychological services as able and needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- Consults reference material such as textbooks, manuals, and journals in order to identify symptoms, to make diagnoses, and to develop approaches to treatment
- Counsels individuals and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse, and family situations, in order to modify behavior and/or to improve personal, social, and vocational adjustment
- Develops and implements individual treatment plans, specifying type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy
- Discusses the treatment of problems with clients
- Evaluates the effectiveness of counseling or treatments, and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, then modify plans and diagnoses as necessary
- Identifies psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues, and diagnose disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, and reference materials
- Interacts with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment
- Observes individuals at play, in group interactions, or in other contexts to detect indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment
- Obtains and studies medical, psychological, social, and family histories, by interviewing individuals, couples, or families, and by reviewing records
- Provides occupational, educational, and other information to individuals so that they can make educational and vocational plans
This position is located at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta located in Decatur, Georgia.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university AND completion of an APA-approved psychology internship.
BENEFITS
- Vacation
- 15 days each year up to 5 years of service
- 18 days each year from 5-10 years of service
- 21 days each year for 10 + years of service
- Sick Leave – accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
- Holidays – the state of Georgia recognizes 13 paid holidays
- Retirement
- 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Available Insurance
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Legal
- Disability
- Healthcare & Childcare spending accounts
- Life & dependent life insurance
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Agency Logo:
- Requisition ID: HEA096W
- Number of Openings: 1
- Advertised Salary: $81,000
- Shift: Day Job
- Posting End Date: Aug 26, 2026
INTRODUCTION
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Psychology Fellow at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta.
Job Description:
Under the supervision of a licensed forensic psychologist, providing clinical and forensic psychological services to an inpatient program of 40 AMH and 154 Secure beds (male and female), an outpatient pre-trial referral program, and a conditional release program for persons acquitted as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, with the following specialties: Conduct court-ordered evaluations and expert testimony to State, Superior and Juvenile courts, as needed, regarding opinions of competency to stand trial and degree of criminal responsibility (i.e., sanity); Supervises assigned inpatient clinical staff, as able and needed; Conduct violence risk assessments and other clinical or forensic psychological evaluations; Provide group and/or individual psychotherapy with forensic inpatients or outpatients, as needed; and, Other clinical/forensic psychological services as able and needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- Consults reference material such as textbooks, manuals, and journals in order to identify symptoms, to make diagnoses, and to develop approaches to treatment
- Counsels individuals and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse, and family situations, in order to modify behavior and/or to improve personal, social, and vocational adjustment
- Develops and implements individual treatment plans, specifying type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy
- Discusses the treatment of problems with clients
- Evaluates the effectiveness of counseling or treatments, and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, then modify plans and diagnoses as necessary
- Identifies psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues, and diagnose disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, and reference materials
- Interacts with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment
- Observes individuals at play, in group interactions, or in other contexts to detect indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment
- Obtains and studies medical, psychological, social, and family histories, by interviewing individuals, couples, or families, and by reviewing records
- Provides occupational, educational, and other information to individuals so that they can make educational and vocational plans
This position is located at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta located in Decatur, Georgia.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university AND completion of an APA-approved psychology internship.
BENEFITS
- Vacation
- 15 days each year up to 5 years of service
- 18 days each year from 5-10 years of service
- 21 days each year for 10 + years of service
- Sick Leave – accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
- Holidays – the state of Georgia recognizes 13 paid holidays
- Retirement
- 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Available Insurance
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Legal
- Disability
- Healthcare & Childcare spending accounts
- Life & dependent life insurance
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Agency Logo:
- Requisition ID: HEA096W
- Number of Openings: 1
- Advertised Salary: $81,000
- Shift: Day Job
- Posting End Date: Aug 26, 2026
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities10
- Dartmouth Health1
- Pima County Government1
- State of Washington1
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission1
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in forensic psychologist jobs.
- Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD, PsyD, or EdD) from an APA-accredited program
- Active and unrestricted psychologist licensure in the state of employment
- Experience administering and interpreting forensic assessment instruments such as the PCL-R, HCR-20, or PAI
- Ability to produce written forensic reports and testify as an expert witness in court
- Background investigation clearance or eligibility for security clearance at required level
- Completion of a forensic psychology internship or postdoctoral fellowship in a forensic setting
Tips for Your Forensic Psychologist Job Search
Tailor your CV to assessment context
Hiring managers in forensic settings want to see which specific evaluations you've conducted, such as competency to stand trial, SVP, or violence risk assessments. Name the instruments you use, not just the broad category.
Highlight licensure status and jurisdiction
Many forensic psychologist postings require active licensure in a specific state, sometimes alongside court-appointment eligibility. List your license number, state, and expiration date prominently so screeners don't pass you over on a technicality.
Target agencies that match your clearance level
Federal and state corrections roles often require background investigations or security clearances. Applying to positions whose clearance level matches what you already hold, or can realistically obtain, shortens your time to offer significantly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists forensic psychologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case conceptualization for interviews
Forensic psychology interviews frequently include a vignette or hypothetical case. Practicing your reasoning through a risk assessment or competency scenario out loud helps you articulate the decision points evaluators expect you to explain clearly under pressure.
Negotiate supervision terms before signing
If you're postdoctoral or newly licensed, confirm in writing whether the role counts toward your forensic specialty board hours and who your supervising psychologist will be. Vague supervision arrangements can affect your ABPP eligibility timeline.
Forensic Psychologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most forensic psychologists?
The companies hiring the most forensic psychologists right now include Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Dartmouth Health, and Pima County Government, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Washington, and New Hampshire, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Federal agencies, state departments of corrections, and large hospital systems consistently account for the majority of posted positions.
How many forensic psychologist jobs are remote?
About 7% of forensic psychologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than many psychology specialties because in-person evaluation and court testimony are core duties. Consultation roles, training positions, and policy advisory work are the sub-areas most likely to offer meaningful remote flexibility.
How do you become a forensic psychologist?
You become a forensic psychologist by completing a doctoral program in psychology, ideally with forensic coursework or a forensic concentration, then finishing an APA-accredited internship. After graduating, you complete a postdoctoral fellowship in a forensic setting, obtain state licensure, and accumulate the supervised forensic hours needed to pursue board certification through the American Board of Forensic Psychology.
Can you get hired as a forensic psychologist with little experience?
Entry-level forensic psychologist roles typically require at least a completed doctoral internship with forensic placements, so pure novices rarely qualify for independent positions. Postdoctoral fellowship programs are the most realistic path in, as they provide supervised forensic experience while paying a salary. Court clinics, community mental health centers with forensic contracts, and state corrections systems are most likely to hire candidates at the postdoctoral stage.
What does the forensic psychologist interview process look like?
Most forensic psychologist interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR or a hiring coordinator, followed by a panel interview with psychologists, legal staff, or corrections administrators. Many employers present a written or verbal case vignette requiring you to walk through your evaluation approach and report-writing rationale. Final rounds for federal or corrections roles often also include a background review and reference verification before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to forensic psychologist jobs?
You can find and apply to forensic psychologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your licensure, specialization, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing. No extra steps are required between finding a role that fits and submitting your application.
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