Senior Pediatric Psychologist – Inpatient & Residential

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Pension plan

Leave and holidays

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a psychologist to work with Youth in our Hawthorn Children’s Psychiatric Hospital in St. Louis. The position focuses on inpatient and residential services for ages 6–17, emphasizing evidence-based therapies and collaborative care with families and school supports.

The role requires a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and Missouri licensure, offering comprehensive benefits, leave, and a defined pension.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology with licensure as a psychologist in Missouri.
• Experience with child/adolescent in inpatient and residential settings.
• Ability to perform professional duties per APA Ethics Code and state laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy for children/adolescents in inpatient and residential units.
• Conduct psychodiagnostic evaluations and provide feedback to clients, families, and teams.
• Complete therapy notes, evaluation reports and weekly treatment reviews in a timely manner.
• Participate in treatment rounds, discharge planning, and committee work.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Family therapy

Trauma-informed care

Assessment skills

Education

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

Tools

Psychological testing tools

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking a psychologist to work with Youth in our Hawthorn Children’s Psychiatric Hospital in St. Louis. The position focuses on inpatient and residential services for ages 6–17, emphasizing evidence-based therapies and collaborative care with families and school supports.

The role requires a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and Missouri licensure, offering comprehensive benefits, leave, and a defined pension.