Clinical Psychologist/Psychology Associate
About The Position
Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277-bed, Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric inpatient facility in Petersburg, Virginia. The hospital serves adults with serious mental illness in maximum-security and civil units, offering holistic, individualized treatment that may include medication, evidence-based individual and group therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, court preparation, and substance use treatment. The Clinical Psychologist provides evidence-based, recovery-focused substance use disorder services; conducts clinical and risk assessments; develops individualized treatment plans; collaborates with an interdisciplinary team; provides individual and group therapy; completes psychological evaluations; and designs behavioral strategies to support patient progress and safety. The position requires a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field and Virginia licensure as a Clinical Psychologist, or eligibility to obtain licensure within 12 months of employment. Experience providing mental health services to clients with severe mental illness is required. Prior experience in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health facility is preferred. The role is based at Central State Hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. The listed hiring range is $106,321 to $146,723.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist by the Virginia Board of Psychology, or eligible for licensure within 12 months of employment.
- Experience providing mental health services to clients with severe mental illness.
- Strong foundation in psychological and therapeutic theories, with demonstrated application of evidence-based practices.
- Experience providing comprehensive psychological services, including assessment, treatment planning, and individual and group therapy for adults with serious mental illness.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey clinical insights and recommendations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and support a coordinated, patient-centered treatment environment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health facility.
Responsibilities
- Lead evidence-based, recovery-focused substance use disorder services.
- Conduct clinical and risk assessments.
- Develop individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Provide individual and group therapy interventions.
- Conduct psychological evaluations.
- Design behavioral strategies that support patients’ progress and safety.
Benefits
- Health insurance plan options
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer-paid group life insurance
- Virginia Retirement System retirement benefits
- Voluntary deferred compensation savings
- Fourteen or more paid holidays
- Annual leave
- Sick leave
- Family and personal leave
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Employee Assistance Program services
- Employee wellness programs
- Employee discount programs
- Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, based on individual circumstances
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
