Clinical Psychologist

Empower Mental Health; Champaign (IL); Remote; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Telehealth and in-person options

Job summary

Empower Mental Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) to perform VA Compensation & Pension evaluations. This non-treatment, evaluation-focused role may be conducted in person or via telehealth, with assessments conducted for veterans and documented in VA formats.

The position is an independent contractor (1099) with per-evaluation compensation ($125–$210) and flexible scheduling, offering the chance to impact veterans while maintaining professional independence.

Qualifications

• PhD from an APA-accredited program in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology.
• Active Psychologist license.
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow structured evaluation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured psychological evaluations for Veterans per VA guidelines.
• Use Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and standardized tools.
• Gather history through focused interviews.
• Document findings clearly in VA-required formats with objectivity.

Skills

APA-Accredited PhD

Active Psychologist License

Strong report-writing

Structured evaluation protocols

Education

PhD in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology

Active Psychologist License

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Psychologist - VA Compensation & Pension Evaluations

Job Summary:Join us at Empower Mental Health, a fast-growing private pay company dedicated to nurturing the growth of our employees nd providing the highest quality of care to our clients. Our ethos revolves around fostering a supportive and empowering work environment, free from the constraints of insurance reimbursements.We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PHD/PsyD) who is looking for a transformative opportunity and adding additional income to your current job. If you aspire to create a significant impact on our nation's veterans and find and a healthy work-life balance, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.You will be conducting VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) evaluations for Veterans. This role involves performing objective, structured psychological assessments to assist the VA in determining disability benefits.This is a non-treatment, non-therapeutic role focused strictly on evaluation and documentation. Evaluations may be conducted in person and/or via telehealth, depending on assignment needs.This is a 1099 independent contractor position, compensated on a per-evaluation basis.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluation & Assessment
• Conduct structured psychological evaluations for Veterans based on VA guidelines
• Utilize Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and standardized assessment tools
• Gather relevant history through focused, objective interviews
• Objective Reporting
• Document findings clearly and concisely in VA-required formats
• Provide factual, unbiased assessments without influencing outcomes
• Complete and submit reports within required timeframes
• Non-Treatment Role
• No diagnosing for treatment, therapy, or medication management
• Maintain strict boundaries between evaluation and clinical care
• Professional Standards
• Adhere to all ethical, legal, and confidentiality standards
• Maintain professionalism when working with Veteran populations

Qualifications:

• PhD from an APA-accredited program in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology
• Active Psychologist license
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills
• Ability to follow structured evaluation protocols

Compensation & Structure:

• $125 - $210 per evaluation
• Flexible scheduling
• Telehealth and in-person opportunities available

Ideal Candidate:

• Detail-oriented and efficient
• Comfortable with structured, fact-based evaluations
• Able to maintain objectivity and neutrality
• Strong time management and documentation skills

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to support Veterans through meaningful work while maintaining flexibility and independence. Providers benefit from a streamlined process, ongoing support, and access to consistent evaluation opportunities.

If you're a qualified Psychologist looking for a flexible, structured, and impactful role,