Psychologist

State of Main; Drum Point (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

State of Maine seeks a licensed psychologist to oversee psychological assessments and psychotherapy interventions across the facility, coordinating services with social workers, nurses, and educators to interpret results.

The role requires a Doctorate in Psychology and at least two years of experience, with eligibility for Maine licensure; responsibilities include clinical supervision, policy development, and program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, internship acceptable.
• Licensed (or license eligible) as a Psychologist by the Maine Board.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or oversee psychological assessments and psychotherapy interventions.
• Evaluate and diagnose psychological conditions and write comprehensive psychological reports.
• Collaborate with social workers, nurses, direct care staff, and educators to interpret results.
• Coordinate and manage psychology services; provide clinical supervision and participate in treatment planning.
• Engage in policy development, program evaluation, and outreach activities including testimony when needed.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Clinical supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Report writing

Assessment interpretation

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Tools

Licensing board knowledge

Job description

Open Date: 10/05/2026

Close Date: Open Continuously

Job Class Code: 5125
Grade: 34
Salary: $43.29 - $58.21 per hour*

* These rates are inclusive of a $6.20/hour salary adjustment and $0.60 per hour institutional stipend*

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Job Overview:

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Primary Responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for conducting or overseeing psychological assessments and psychotherapy interventions aimed at reducing maladaptive behaviors and improving mental wellness in patients. Responsibilities also include evaluating and diagnosing psychological conditions, writing comprehensive psychological reports, and collaborating with other professionals—including social workers, nurses, direct care staff, and educators to interpret and communicate assessment results. The psychologist will coordinate and manage psychological services across the facility, provide clinical supervision, participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, and contribute to policy development and program evaluation. Public outreach and education, expert court testimony, and consultation with institutional leadership are also expected as part of the position.

Success in this role requires a thorough understanding of modern psychological principles and practices, particularly as they relate to testing, diagnostic evaluation, and therapeutic intervention. The psychologist must have deep knowledge of clinical psychology, including the treatment of mental illness and personality disorders, as well as familiarity with rehabilitation strategies, psychotherapeutic techniques, and group processes. The position demands the ability to supervise and coordinate psychology doctoral interns and practicum students effectively, to plan and deliver comprehensive training programs, and to provide clinical guidance and leadership. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills are essential to meet the demands of this multifaceted role.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Doctorate Degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology and a minimum of 2 years of experience, one year of which may have been an internship.

Licensing Requirements:

Licensed (or license eligible) as a Psychologist as issued by the Maine State Board of Examiners in Psychology.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
  • Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

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