Clinical Psychologist (Psychologist II)

DHRM•Petersburg, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Central State Hospital is hiring a Clinical Psychologist to work with adults with serious mental illness in maximum-security and civil inpatient units. The role leads evidence-based, recovery-focused substance use disorder services; conducts clinical and risk assessments; and develops individualized treatment plans. The psychologist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, provides individual and group therapy, completes psychological evaluations, and designs behavioral strategies to support patients’ progress and safety. Central State Hospital is a 277-bed, Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric inpatient facility in Petersburg, Virginia. It provides maximum-security treatment and inpatient care for people from the community and the criminal justice system. Its treatment approaches may include medication, evidence-based therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, court preparation, and substance use treatment. The position requires a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field and Virginia licensure, or eligibility to obtain it within 12 months of employment. Experience providing mental health services to clients with severe mental illness is required. Prior inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health experience is preferred.

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, with the ability to convey clinical insights and recommendations clearly.
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 treatment.
Provide individual and group therapy interventions.
Conduct psychological evaluations.
Design behavioral strategies that support patients’ progress and safety.