Psychology Supervisor

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Petersburg, VA

10d•$124,956 - $172,439•Onsite

About The Position

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277-bed, Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric inpatient facility in Petersburg, Virginia. It operates the state’s only maximum-security treatment facility, with 111 beds, and has 166 additional beds for people in the community and criminal justice system who need inpatient care. CSH provides holistic, person-centered treatment that may include medication, evidence-based individual and group therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, court preparation, and substance-use treatment. The Psychology Supervisor will lead a clinical team in a maximum-security forensic setting, provide expert supervision, deliver psychological services and assessments, and contribute to a culture of recovery, person-centered care, and safety. The role supports staff development and excellence in treatment, evaluation, and evidence-based practice.

Requirements

Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field.
Current licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in Virginia, or eligibility for licensure within six months of hire.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing individual and group clinical interventions and conducting psychological and forensic assessments.
Training and experience in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, report writing, and consultation relevant to clinical and forensic psychological services.
Strong competence and applied knowledge in psychopathology, personality theory, and the psychological assessment process.
Ability to present and testify effectively in court settings.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a clinical or forensic supervisor.
Previous supervisory experience.
Experience working in an inpatient setting with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a clinical team in a maximum-security forensic setting.
Provide high-quality psychological services and assessments, including clinical and forensic assessments.
Provide individual and group clinical interventions.
Conduct clinical assessment, psychotherapy, report writing, and consultation relevant to clinical and forensic psychological services.
Present and testify effectively in court settings.
Support staff development and evidence-based treatment practices.