Chief Psychologist & Clinical Services Leader

WV Department of Human Services; West Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital in Huntington, WV, seeks an experienced Psychology Department leader to oversee testing, evaluation, and treatment for seriously mentally ill patients. The role requires administering diagnostic tests, compiling reports, and testifying as an expert witness in court.

The position emphasizes staff accountability, program evaluation, and collaboration with medical and behavioral health teams to ensure quality care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Licensed psychologist in West Virginia.
• Minimum of six years of professional psychology experience.
• Doctorate may substitute for two years of experience.
• Internal applicants: four years as Psychologist may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the psychology department of a 110-bed psychiatric hospital.
• Develop, oversee, and evaluate psychological testing and treatments.
• Provide expert testimony in court hearings.
• Ensure staff accountability and program evaluation.

Skills

Licensed psychologist

Court testimony

Research & evaluation

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Job description

Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital in Huntington, WV, seeks an experienced Psychology Department leader to oversee testing, evaluation, and treatment for seriously mentally ill patients. The role requires administering diagnostic tests, compiling reports, and testifying as an expert witness in court.

The position emphasizes staff accountability, program evaluation, and collaboration with medical and behavioral health teams to ensure quality care and compliance with regulatory standards.