Psychologist Lindner Center of Hope

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Robust retirement plans

Work-life balance

Job summary

University of Cincinnati—Lindner Center of Hope in Mason, Ohio—seeks a licensed psychologist to join a nationally recognized psychiatric center. Role involves direct patient care across mood, anxiety, trauma, and other disorders, with opportunities for teaching and research collaborations in an affiliated academic setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, excellence in clinical care, and participation in program development within UC's renowned health system.

Qualifications

• Licensed psychologist in the State of Ohio.
• Doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD).
• Experience in outpatient clinical settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care in diverse mental health diagnoses.
• Provide individual, couples and group therapy as appropriate.
• Possibly teach graduate students and engage in research/academic work.

Skills

Licensed Psychologist

Clinical assessment

Therapy delivery

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

PhD or PsyD in Counseling/Clinical Psychology

Job description

Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co‑op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission‑driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best‑in‑class health care professionals and developing cutting‑edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.

Lindner Center of Hope (LCOH) is a nationally renowned psychiatric center of excellence located in Mason, Ohio, committed to providing state‑of‑the‑art care to patients at all levels of care. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with other talented psychiatrists and health care professionals in a variety of psychiatric specialties. We have the largest medical staff of any freestanding psychiatric hospital, allowing you to have access to many professional resources.

Essential Functions

• Responsibilities will include direct patient care and may include teaching of graduate students and research/ academic work in a variety of mental health specialties.
• The psychologist will offer evaluation and treatment of individuals seeking mental health care in a variety of mental health diagnoses, including, but not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma‑related disorders, sleep disturbances, sexual health, marital or relationship issues, problems secondary to medical diagnoses, and will be expected to offer individual, couples and group therapy.

Minimum Requirements

• Licensed Psychologist in the State of Ohio.
• Doctoral Degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD)

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Interest and experience in outpatient clinical settings is ideal but not required

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation And Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work‑Life Balance

UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy, including:

• Vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

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