Senior Psychologist– Cherry Hospital

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Excellent benefits package

Loan repayment opportunities

Job summary

North Carolina State Government's Cherry Hospital in Goldsboro, NC seeks a Psychologist Senior to provide direct services on an adult inpatient unit, including emergency evaluations and therapy. The role may involve supervision of graduates and associates. Licensure eligibility in NC is required; postdoctoral experience is valued.

A sign-on bonus is offered, contingent on budget. The facility emphasizes a comprehensive benefits package and professional opportunities within a state-operated

Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure in NC under the Psychology Practice Act and two years of professional experience.
• Postdoctoral experience is considered but not always required for full eligibility.
• Trainee appointment may be considered with a Doctorate’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychological services within the Patient Care Units including emergency services.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and capacity restoration services.
• Deliver group and individual therapy and other treatment services.
• Supervise Licensed Psychological Associates and practicum students/interns.

Skills

Knowledge of core areas of psychology

Psychological evaluations

Therapeutic interventions

Mental health systems

Supervision of graduate students/assci

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Job description

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Psychologist Senior (NS)

Position Number

Grade

MH20

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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Description of Work

This position is assigned to an adult inpatient unit at Cherry Hospital. The patient care units serve chronically mentally ill adults who exhibit behavioral problems that interfere with their ability to function safely in a less restrictive environment. Behavioral problems treated on this unit may include, but are not limited to: aggression, hostility, non-compliance, self-injurious behaviors, mood lability, psychotic thinking, and property destruction. This unit specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of these patients. Treatment modalities employed include psychopharmacology, behavior therapy, milieu therapy, group therapy, and individual therapy, social and adaptive living skills training.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To provide direct psychological services within the Patient Care Units. This work includes emergency services, diagnostic evaluations, capacity restoration services, group and individual therapy services, and other treatment services for severely disturbed adults who reside in the eastern region of the state. The position may also provide supervision to Licensed Psychological Associates and practicum students/interns.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Job Description: (KSA/ MANAGEMENT PREFERENES)

Salary Range: $79,770 - $100,000

*A Sign-on bonus of $15,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of core areas of normal and abnormal psychology include perception, motivation, development, learning, the biological bases of behavior, and psychotherapy.
• Skill in the provision of comprehensive psychological evaluations using objective and projective measures.
• Skill in providing an array of therapeutic interventions for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Knowledge of mental health systems and ability to integrate treatment resources.
• Ability to supervise master's degree level graduate psychology students and master's degree level psychological associates.

This position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. State Human Resources Act (GS 126)

This Position Is Designated as Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

*Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full‑time or permanent part‑time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

An employee is not eligible for a sign‑on bonus if:

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date)
• The employee has previously received a sign‑on bonus from any State agency
• DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign‑On Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign‑On Policy can be found here.

About the Facility:

Cherry Hospital is a State‑of‑the‑Art Psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. We strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/state-psychiatric-hospitals. In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.

Supplemental Contact Information:

DHHS uses the Merit‑Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre‑ employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 Member‑4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Eligibility for licensure in North Carolina under the provisions of the NC Psychology Practice Act (G.S. 90-270) and two years of professional psychological experience, one of which must be postdoctoral. Refer to the law for specifics regarding experience requirements.

**Trainee Appointment may be considered at a lower salary with a Doctorate’s Degree from an accredited school**

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.