Senior Licensed Clinical Psychologist Autism Assessment Training Lead

Reliatus; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Flexible schedule

Full benefits

Professional support

Job summary

Reliatus Behavioral Health in Richmond, VA seeks a high-level Licensed Clinical Psychologist specialized in Autism & Diagnostic Assessments to lead diagnostic excellence and supervise Residents and doctoral externs. Start planned for May 2026, ideal for those transitioning from fellowships.

Responsibilities focus on comprehensive evaluations for ages 1–21, with mentorship of Virginia training clinicians and adherence to Virginia Board standards.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia Clinical Psychologist license or eligibility for licensure by endorsement.
• Experience in autism assessment and neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Leadership experience and ability to supervise Residents and Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret gold-standard diagnostic assessments (ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, MIGDAS‑2, CARS‑2, Vineland‑3, SRS‑2).
• Provide Virginia-compliant supervision to Residents and Licensed Practitioners; weekly supervision sessions; ensure licensure hours.

Skills

ADOS‑2

ADI‑R

Vineland‑3

CARS‑2

MIGDAS‑2

SRS‑2

Differential diagnosis

Electronic scoring

Education

Clinical Psychologist Licensure in Virginia

Doctoral degree in Psychology (PsyD/PhD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital scoring platforms

Job description

Reliatus Behavioral Health is seeking a high-level Licensed Clinical Psychologist specialized in Autism & Diagnostic Assessments to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This leadership role is slated for a May 2026 start, perfectly timed for clinicians completing fellowships or those looking for a planned career transition.

This leadership role focuses on comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents (ages 1–21) and provides essential clinical supervision to Residents in Psychology, Licensed Psychological Practitioners, and doctoral externs. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in neurodevelopmental disorders who is passionate about mentorship and the Virginia psychological training community.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $100,000–$130,000 (commensurate with experience)

• Bonus Potential: Based on productivity and quality outcomes.

• Flexible Schedule: Autonomy in caseload management.

• Full Benefits: Company‑subsidized medical, dental, and vision; 401(k) with employer contribution.

• Professional Support: Reimbursement for Virginia licensure fees and ongoing CEUs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Assessment & Diagnostic Excellence

• Administer and interpret "Gold Standard" evaluations (e.g., ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, MIGDAS‑2, CARS‑2, Vineland‑3, SRS‑2).

• Perform complex differential diagnoses to distinguish between ASD, ADHD, Anxiety, and other neurodevelopmental profiles.

• Integrate data into comprehensive, family‑centered psychological reports.

• Conduct diagnostic feedback sessions, providing strengths‑based treatment recommendations.

2. Virginia‑Compliant Clinical Supervision

• Provide clinical oversight to Residents in Psychology and Licensed Psychological Practitioners in accordance with 18VAC125‑20‑58 and 18VAC125‑20‑65.

• Plan and execute weekly individual and group supervision sessions.

• Review, co‑sign, and provide feedback on test administration and integrated reports for pre‑licensed clinicians.

• Ensure all supervision documentation meets the Virginia Board of Psychology standards for licensure hours.

• Maintain the required ratio of supervision hours (minimum 1 hour individual per 40 hours of practice) to support the next generation of Virginia psychologists.

Education:

• Licensure: Active license as a Clinical Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or eligibility for licensure by endorsement.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in autism assessment.

  • 2+ years of post‑licensure experience (Highly preferred to meet Virginia Board requirements for supervising Residents).

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in digital scoring platforms and Microsoft Office.

• Ethics: Deep knowledge of Virginia‑specific laws regarding mandated reporting, age of consent for mental health treatment, and Board of Psychology ethics.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily in‑office role in Richmond, VA.

• Physical ability to perform play‑based assessments with toddlers (kneeling, bending, sitting on the floor).

• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

How to Apply

Ready to lead diagnostic excellence in Virginia?

Submit your resume or CV to: [e-mail] or apply directly through this page.

Reliatus Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.