Psychologist - Suitability Law Enforcement
About the job
- A PsyD or PhD from an accredited doctoral program is required.
- A valid and unrestricted New York State license is required.
- At least three years of prior experience assessing the suitability of candidates for employment as police officers or in law enforcement is required.
- Experience with one or more electronic health records is required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams is required.
- U.S. citizenship and residence in the United States are required.
- The contractor must complete a favorable background investigation and be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust/High Risk clearance; the position is contingent on contract award and client approval.
- Conduct virtual psychological evaluations of candidates for the Forest Ranger program supporting the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Office of Public Protection.
- Translate clinical judgment into clear and appropriate recommendations for initial or continued employment.
- Complete and submit required documentation promptly, accurately, and in the required format.
- Provide in-person evaluations.
- Provide customer service.
About the company
Valor Healthcare provides outpatient medical services under contract to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, running more than 30 VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics nationwide and serving over 110,000 veterans each year. Its clinics offer primary care, diagnostics, laboratory services, telehealth, and behavioral health, designed to meet veterans' needs with emphasis on security, privacy, and dignity. Care is organized around the VA’s Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model, with clinics coordinating closely with local VA medical centers to deliver coordinated, personalized care. By focusing on VA contracts and a nationwide veteran-focused network, Valor differentiates itself from general private providers and aims to deliver accessible, high-quality veteran care.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- VA awarded Valor Kingston, New York CBOC services in October 2026, 5 years, $12.3 million ceiling.
- VA issued a February 2026 sole-source bridge for Westmoreland County, preserving revenue continuity.
- Valor's May 2023 VA remote monitoring award covers 72,000 veterans and eight years.
What critics are saying
- Valor depends on the VA for nearly all revenue; procurement shifts threaten existentially.
- VA planned a government-leased Westmoreland County CBOC in February 2026, directly replacing Valor.
- PrimerFP flagged 38 recompetes and $152.5 million returning within 24 months, starting August 2026.
What makes Valor Healthcare unique
- Valor Healthcare runs 70+ clinics across 18 states, focused almost entirely on VA care.
- It uniquely combines brick-and-mortar CBOCs with VA remote patient monitoring and home telehealth.
- VA named Valor incumbent in Westmoreland County on February 6, 2026, signaling operational trust.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Hybrid Work Options