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Western State Hospital's Gage Center of Forensic Services (CFS), situated within the historic Fort Steilacoom Campus, is currently seeking a dedicated Forensic Psychologist. Embrace a fulfilling career amidst the scenic backdrop of the Pacific Northwest while making a meaningful impact in forensic psychology.
  • Requirements:
    • Professionals with a Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited school or department of psychology
    • Two years of doctoral experience working in an inpatient or forensic setting with a severely behavioral ill population
    • Consulting with the team and other stakeholders regarding patient care, practices, and procedures
    • Support non-medical and medical clinical staff by providing psychoeducation and appropriate modeling leadership
    • Complete assessments of violence and suicidal risk
    • Implement evidence-based treatment practices
    • Conduct psychological testing
    • Provide court testimony (where applicable)
    • Complete required documentation according to professional, hospital, and CMS standards
  • Compensation: $137,916 per year with productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. CME benefits may be available.
Where You'll Work: Western State Hospital is one of the largest inpatient psychiatric hospitals west of the Mississippi with more than 800 beds and 2,500 employees, providing services to individuals in 20 western Washington counties.Where You'll Live: Lakewood, located just south of Tacoma, offers scenic beauty, numerous lakes and streams, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, and no state income tax.Who You'll Work For: The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) supports sustainable recovery, independence, and wellness. Through funding prevention and intervention services, the administration provides treatment and recovery support for individuals with addiction and mental health conditions.