Psychologist II

Western State Hospital; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Family/personal time

Retirement with cash match

Job summary

Western State Hospital in Staunton, VA seeks a full-time Psychologist II to evaluate individuals with serious mental disorders and coordinate needed services. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maximize recovery and contribute to transition planning within community care settings.

The role includes supervising at least one mental health worker and participating in department and state-wide committees as assigned. Virginia licensure within one year is required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• License or license-eligible to practice clinical psychology in Virginia (within one year of hire).
• Experience applying psychological assessment and intervention for individuals with serious mental disorders.
• Forensic evaluation training completion or eligibility in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate individuals with serious mental disorders and determine needed services.
• Collaborate with other care disciplines to maximize interdisciplinary care.
• Plan effective transitions and continued recovery in community settings.
• Supervise at least one mental health worker and participate in system-level duties.

Skills

Clinical psychology experience

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical/Counseling Psychology

Job description

Title: Psychologist II

State Role Title: Psych II/Psychology Assoc II

Hiring Range: $106,000 to $130,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital

103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Position Overview

Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Psychologist II to evaluate individuals with serious mental disorders and provide for or refer for needed services; collaborate with other care disciplines to maximize the quality of interdisciplinary care; participate in planning for an effective transition and continued recovery in a community care setting; Participate in Departmental, Hospital, and state-wide committees and duties as assigned; provide services at a system level (such as Commissioner appointed forensic evaluations) as directed; and supervise at least one mental health worker.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the requirements of the performance planning and evaluation system are met and evaluations are completed by established deadlines with proper documentation


• Performance issues are addressed and documented as they occur


• Expectations are clear, well communicated, and relate to the goals and objectives of the department or unit


• Prioritizes need for and provides psychological services (assessment, therapy, etc.) for all patients on caseload


• Provides at least two PSR group hours/week.


• Conducts initial psychology documentation for patients transferred to the unit


• Demonstrates openness by listening, clarifying questions


• Remains abreast of best practices in the field of psychological assessment and intervention and incorporates knowledge into psychological practice

Benefits Include

• health, vision, and dental insurance


• life insurance


• paid time off


• sick time


• family/personal time


• retirement with cash match

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association


• License (or license-eligible) to practice clinical psychology in Virginia (must be licensed within one year of hire)


• Demonstrated experience in applying psychological assessment and intervention methods to individuals with serious mental disorders


• Completion (or eligible to complete) the forensic evaluation training program for Virginia

Additional Considerations

• Bilingual


• Veteran or veteran spouse