Clinical Psychologist — Forensic & Community Health

Virginia AG; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days

Paid sick days

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible reimbursement accounts

Virginia 529 plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute in Danville, VA seeks a clinical psychologist to deliver assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based therapy within a 72-bed state psychiatric facility. The role requires licensure within one year and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The position offers a salary range of $106,321–$146,723 per year, a comprehensive state benefits package, an $8,000 sign-on for new state service employees, and generous paid holidays

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology.
• Must obtain Virginia license within one year of hire.
• Proficiency in administering and scoring basic psychological tests.
• Strong psychotherapeutic skills and ability to treat diverse presentations.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and providing testimony in court.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning for patients.
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapy and crisis management as part of a psychiatry/psychology team.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary group to support recovery and wellness.

Skills

Psychology drive

License eligibility

Psychological testing

Psychotherapy

Crisis management

Court testimony

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Tools

Psychological testing instruments

Job description

Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute in Danville, VA seeks a clinical psychologist to deliver assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based therapy within a 72-bed state psychiatric facility. The role requires licensure within one year and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The position offers a salary range of $106,321–$146,723 per year, a comprehensive state benefits package, an $8,000 sign-on for new state service employees, and generous paid holidays